VeraCrypt
VeraCrypt is an open-source disk encryption program maintained by IDRIX, based on the TrueCrypt codebase. It allows users to protect sensitive data by creating encrypted file containers, encrypting external storage drives, or securing entire system partitions.
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- ✓ Official source (winget)
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 1.26.29
- License
- Apache 2.0
- Installer type
- wix
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id IDRIX.VeraCrypt -eSHA256 (file verification)
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- ✓ Official source (Homebrew)
- ✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
- This is not a virus scan. Check on VirusTotal
- Version
- 1.26.30
- License
- Apache 2.0
- Installer type
- dmg
How do I use this?
This command needs Homebrew; if you don't have it, first run the install command from brew.sh. Then open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal), paste the command and press Enter.
brew install --cask veracryptSHA256 (file verification)
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Highlights
- Support for strong cipher suites including AES, Serpent, and Twofish
- Virtual encrypted volume creation within a single standalone file
- Full partition and external storage drive encryption capabilities
- Hidden volume functionality providing plausible deniability
Who is it for?
Ideal for security-conscious professionals, journalists, and everyday users who need to protect confidential files or full storage partitions from unauthorized access.
Good to know before installing
- Requires third-party helper software like macFUSE on macOS to mount encrypted filesystems.
- No credential recovery options exist if passwords or keyfiles are forgotten.
- Encrypting large storage drives can require significant processing time.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button on our site or execute 'winget install --id IDRIX.VeraCrypt -e' in Command Prompt.
- Run the setup executable and accept the license terms.
- Follow the installation wizard to complete the setup process.
macOS
- Click the official download button on this page to get the installer, or run 'brew install --cask veracrypt' in the terminal.
- Open the downloaded disk image and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Grant necessary permissions for file system extensions if prompted by macOS.
Alternatives
- BitLocker
- Cryptomator
- AxCrypt
Frequently asked questions
Is VeraCrypt completely free to use?
Yes, VeraCrypt is free and distributed under an open-source license.
Can lost passwords or keyfiles be recovered?
No, there is no backdoor or master recovery mechanism; data is unrecoverable if credentials are lost.
Does VeraCrypt support external USB storage?
Yes, it can encrypt entire USB flash drives, memory cards, and external hard drives.