Decrypt safely
Restore encrypted files with the correct passphrase while DataShield validates integrity and authentication information.
File encryptionProtect files without giving up control
Encrypt and decrypt individual files, folders, or complete directory trees with an interactive file-selection workflow and local processing.
Encryption
AES-256 authenticated encryption + Argon2id
DataShield derives encryption keys from your passphrase using Argon2id and protects file contents with AES-256 authenticated encryption. Encrypted files use the .dse extension.
Individual filesMultiple filesFoldersRecursive trees (Premium)
Control
Choose exactly what to process
The file tree lets you include or exclude individual files and folders. Premium recursive processing can preserve directory structure across larger jobs.
Skip existing files
Premium can skip destination files that already exist, helping prevent unwanted overwrites during large operations.
Secure source deletion
After a successful operation, Premium can overwrite source contents before deleting the source file.
Custom output folders
Premium users can choose a separate output location and can be prompted to create a manually entered destination folder.
Explorer integration
Windows users can work with DataShield file associations and File Explorer integration for convenient access.
Light and dark themes
Use the interface in the theme that best fits your desktop environment.