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VeraCrypt
veracrypt · v1.26.24
3
8.0
Disk encryption software focusing on security based on TrueCrypt
brew install --cask veracrypt Conflicts with: veracrypt-fuse-t
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Trust Score 3/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026VeraCrypt is a robust disk encryption tool based on TrueCrypt, offering strong security for protecting sensitive data. It supports encrypted containers, partitions, and entire disks, making it ideal for users prioritizing data privacy and security.
Encrypts disks and containers to secure sensitive data.
Maturity: The project is mature with active development and a strong community, though some performance issues remain unresolved.
Community: VeraCrypt has garnered significant attention on Hacker News, particularly around audits and updates, indicating a strong following among security-conscious users.
Pros
- + Strong encryption and security features
- + Cross-platform support for Windows, macOS, and Linux
- + Open-source with transparent development
Cons
- - Performance issues on NVME SSDs
- - Some unresolved bugs affecting user experience
Community Mentions
hackernews
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Oct 2019 VeraCrypt 1.24
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Oct 2016 The VeraCrypt Audit Results
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Aug 2016 VeraCrypt to be audited
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown