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pivy vs Cryptomator
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
pivy
6.5Client for PIV cards
Cryptomator
8.0Multi-platform client-side cloud file encryption tool
| Metric | pivy | Cryptomator |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 6.5 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1 | 400 |
| 90-day Installs | 13 | 1.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 62 | 4.8K |
| Version | 0.12.1 | 1.19.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 214 | 14.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 29 | 1.3K |
| Open Issues | 16 | 292 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C | Java |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Jul 19, 2019 | Apr 17, 2016 |
Reviews
pivy
Pivy is a client for PIV cards, enabling secure authentication and data encryption. It supports SSH agents and works with devices like YubiKeys, benefiting developers and security-conscious users.
Enables secure authentication and data encryption using PIV cards and tokens.
Pros
- + Supports multiple PIV functionalities including SSH and encryption.
- + Open-source with active GitHub presence.
- + Compatible with popular hardware tokens like YubiKeys.
Cons
- - No auto-update feature.
- - License information is unclear.
Cryptomator
Cryptomator is a multi-platform tool that encrypts files on cloud storage, ensuring privacy. It supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, making it ideal for users who value secure cloud storage.
Encrypts files on cloud storage before uploading to ensure security.
Pros
- + Multi-platform support across Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- + Client-side encryption ensures files are secure before uploading.
- + No auto-updates provide manual control for some users.
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates may be inconvenient for some.
- - GitHub issues suggest some users desire additional package options.