HOW TO ENCRYPT FILES
Enter a key (8 or more characters) then drag/drop up to 25 files to the boxed area.
View the key by clicking “SHOW KEY”.
Encrypted files are saved to your download directory with the prefix “LOCKED-”.
Locked files can be unlocked (decrypted) only with the original key. Don’t forget it.
No files are held on the site, so there’s no risk of anybody else accessing them.
You see a red padlock in indicate successful encryption.
HOW TO DECRYPT FILES
Enter the key used to encrypt and drag/drop the locked files to the boxed area.
The decrypted files are saved to your download directory, with their original file names.
You see a green padlock to indicate successful decryption.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. What is this web site used for?
A. To encrypt files to the highest security level.
Q. What happens if I forget a key?
A. You’ll never be able to decrypt the document. That’s why we advise keeping the original files and making sure you record keys.
Q. Why do I need encryption? Why can’t I just password protect my files?
A. Passwords are easily cracked. Passwords don’t encrypt the data so it’s not secure enough.
GDPR regulations require document encryption when emailing personal information.
Q. How safe is the web site?
A. We don’t hold files on the web site, so there is nothing to hack. All files are downloaded instantly
back to your PC’s download directory. The site uses SSL technology.
Q. Why is it free?
A. It’s free for the same reason Google is free. Also, customers using the Logical Office CRM
can send encrypted files without using this site. Recipients then use this site to decrypt them.
Q. What kind of encryption is used?
A. The encryption (AES 256 bit) is used by banks and governments. Theoretically any code can be
cracked but with current technology it would take millions of years of computing time.
As only you and the recipient should have the files and know the key, it’s as safe as possible.
Q. What help can I get?
A. The only adjustment you may require is to allow multiple downloads in your browser.
Other than that, there’s not much to go wrong! For that reason,
support isn’t generally required, but if you have issues email us.
Q. Is there any restriction on usage?
A. Up to 25 files are encrypted in one drag/drop. You can do this as often as you like.