--- title: "Best Free Encryption Software Solutions 2026 | Capterra" description: "Find and compare the 2026 best free Encryption software solutions, using our interactive tool to quickly narrow your choices based on businesses like yours." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/encryption-software/s/free/" page_type: "subcategory" language: "en" --- # Best Encryption Software for free ## Top 10 free products, ranked by reviewer ratings ### Ranked free Encryption products | Rank | Product | Rating | Key attribute | Starting price | Key features | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Cypher](https://www.capterra.com/p/268012/Cypherdog-E-mail-Encryption/) | 4.9 out of 5 (75 category reviews) | Highly rated for Functionality | $6.00 Per User, Per Month | Access Controls/Permissions, Backup and Recovery, Cloud Encryption, Compliance Management, File Encryption, Policy Management | | 2 | [PDFEncrypt](https://www.capterra.com/p/10005465/PDFEncrypt/) | 4.9 out of 5 (62 category reviews) | Highly rated for Value for Money | Contact vendor | Access Controls/Permissions, File Encryption | | 3 | [Cloudflare](https://www.capterra.com/p/155191/Cloudflare/) | 4.7 out of 5 (32 category reviews) | Highly rated for Functionality | $20.00 Flat Rate, Per Month | Access Controls/Permissions, Compliance Management, Real-Time Monitoring | | 4 | [AxCrypt](https://www.capterra.com/p/212854/AxCrypt/) | 4.9 out of 5 (25 category reviews) | Highly rated for Quality of Support | $5.00 Per User, Per Month | Access Controls/Permissions, Cloud Encryption, File Encryption, Password Management | | 5 | [Mailock](https://www.capterra.com/p/232260/Mailock/) | 4.8 out of 5 (28 category reviews) | Highly rated for Quality of Support | £9.30 Per User, Per Month | Access Controls/Permissions, Audit Trail, Compliance Management, Policy Management, Real-Time Monitoring | | 6 | [Passbolt](https://www.capterra.com/p/158063/passbolt/) | 4.8 out of 5 (13 category reviews) | Highly rated for Quality of Support | €4.50 Per User, Per Month | Access Controls/Permissions, Audit Trail, Password Management, Policy Management, Real-Time Monitoring | | 7 | [MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) | 4.7 out of 5 (12 category reviews) | Highly rated for Ease of Use | $2000.00 Per User, Per Year | Access Controls/Permissions, Audit Trail, Backup and Recovery, Cloud Encryption, Compliance Management, File Encryption, Password Management, Policy Management, Real-Time Monitoring | | 8 | [Folder Lock](https://www.capterra.com/p/146898/Folder-Lock/) | 4.4 out of 5 (12 category reviews) | Highly rated for Ease of Use | $39.95 Flat Rate, Per Year | Access Controls/Permissions, Compliance Management, File Encryption, Password Management | | 9 | [TunnelBear](https://www.capterra.com/p/146806/TunnelBear/) | 4.7 out of 5 (13 category reviews) | Highly rated for Ease of Setup | $138.00 Other, Per Year | Access Controls/Permissions, Real-Time Monitoring | | 10 | [Hotspot Shield VPN](https://www.capterra.com/p/186549/Hotspot-Shield-VPN/) | 4.6 out of 5 (11 category reviews) | Highly rated for Ease of Setup | $12.99 Flat Rate, Per Month | Access Controls/Permissions, Compliance Management | For the complete directory, see [the full product list](#full-product-list). --- ## See top 10 product details ### 1. [Cypher](https://www.capterra.com/p/268012/Cypherdog-E-mail-Encryption/) Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (75 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Functionality Starting price: $6.00 Per User, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - Backup and Recovery - Cloud Encryption - Compliance Management - File Encryption - Policy Management --- ### 2. [PDFEncrypt](https://www.capterra.com/p/10005465/PDFEncrypt/) Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (62 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Value for Money Starting price: Contact vendor Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - File Encryption --- ### 3. [Cloudflare](https://www.capterra.com/p/155191/Cloudflare/) Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (32 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Functionality Starting price: $20.00 Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Not available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - Compliance Management - Real-Time Monitoring #### Pros based on reviews - Global content delivery network - Comprehensive security and speed tools #### Cons based on reviews - Slow and limited support options --- ### 4. [AxCrypt](https://www.capterra.com/p/212854/AxCrypt/) Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (25 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Quality of Support Starting price: $5.00 Per User, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - Cloud Encryption - File Encryption - Password Management --- ### 5. [Mailock](https://www.capterra.com/p/232260/Mailock/) Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (28 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Quality of Support Starting price: £9.30 Per User, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - Audit Trail - Compliance Management - Policy Management - Real-Time Monitoring --- ### 6. [Passbolt](https://www.capterra.com/p/158063/passbolt/) Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (13 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Quality of Support Starting price: €4.50 Per User, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - Audit Trail - Password Management - Policy Management - Real-Time Monitoring --- ### 7. [MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (12 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Ease of Use Starting price: $2000.00 Per User, Per Year Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - Audit Trail - Backup and Recovery - Cloud Encryption - Compliance Management - File Encryption - Password Management - Policy Management - Real-Time Monitoring #### Pros based on reviews - Cost-effective open source database - Broad programming language compatibility #### Cons based on reviews - Performance limitations with scale - Frequent bugs and error handling challenges --- ### 8. [Folder Lock](https://www.capterra.com/p/146898/Folder-Lock/) Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (12 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Ease of Use Starting price: $39.95 Flat Rate, Per Year Free trial: Not available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - Compliance Management - File Encryption - Password Management #### Pros based on reviews - Intuitive and accessible interface - Reliable data protection features #### Cons based on reviews - Unresponsive customer assistance - Frequent bugs and inconsistencies --- ### 9. [TunnelBear](https://www.capterra.com/p/146806/TunnelBear/) Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (13 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Ease of Setup Starting price: $138.00 Other, Per Year Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - Real-Time Monitoring #### Pros based on reviews - Intuitive and friendly interface - Charming design and playful visuals #### Cons based on reviews - Unstable and unreliable connections - Frequent slowdowns and lag --- ### 10. [Hotspot Shield VPN](https://www.capterra.com/p/186549/Hotspot-Shield-VPN/) Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (11 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Ease of Setup Starting price: $12.99 Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Not available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Access Controls/Permissions - Compliance Management --- ## All encryption software with a free version [4.9 (27)](https://www.capterra.com/p/212854/AxCrypt/reviews/) A file encryption software tailored for both individual users & businesses. Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) with a 256-bit key.  [Learn more about AxCrypt](https://www.capterra.com/p/212854/AxCrypt/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring [4.8 (2290)](https://www.capterra.com/p/253631/Google-Cloud-Storage/reviews/) Online object storage solution that makes it possible for enterprises and developers to store, archive and analyze critical data. [Learn more about Google Cloud Storage](https://www.capterra.com/p/253631/Google-Cloud-Storage/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring 88% recommend this product [## MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) [4.6 (2099)](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/reviews/) Meet the database challenges of next gen web, cloud, & communications services with uncompromising scalability, uptime and scalability [Learn more about MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring 86% recommend this product [## GitLab](https://www.capterra.com/p/159806/GitLab/) [4.6 (1229)](https://www.capterra.com/p/159806/GitLab/reviews/) GitLab unifies planning, CI/CD, security, and agentic AI, eliminating the tool handoffs that slow software delivery. Learn more today. [Learn more about GitLab](https://www.capterra.com/p/159806/GitLab/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring 86% recommend this product [## Folder Lock](https://www.capterra.com/p/146898/Folder-Lock/) [4.5 (584)](https://www.capterra.com/p/146898/Folder-Lock/reviews/) Folder Lock let's you password-protect files, folders and drives, encrypt your important files on-the-fly and backup them in real-time. [Learn more about Folder Lock](https://www.capterra.com/p/146898/Folder-Lock/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring 82% recommend this product [## Cloudflare](https://www.capterra.com/p/155191/Cloudflare/) [4.7 (528)](https://www.capterra.com/p/155191/Cloudflare/reviews/) Cloudflare is a web performance and security company on a mission to build a better Internet. [Learn more about Cloudflare](https://www.capterra.com/p/155191/Cloudflare/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring 88% recommend this product [## Keeper Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/144637/Keeper/) [4.7 (510)](https://www.capterra.com/p/144637/Keeper/reviews/) Keeper is a leader in zero-trust identity security, protecting access to infrastructure and providing a control plane for AI execution. [Learn more about Keeper Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/144637/Keeper/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring 88% recommend this product [## MongoDB](https://www.capterra.com/p/127374/MongoDB/) [4.7 (473)](https://www.capterra.com/p/127374/MongoDB/reviews/) AI demands adaptability. MongoDB offers flexible, scalable, AI-ready data solutions, eliminating friction and accelerating innovation. [Learn more about MongoDB](https://www.capterra.com/p/127374/MongoDB/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring 91% recommend this product [## TunnelBear](https://www.capterra.com/p/146806/TunnelBear/) [4.5 (470)](https://www.capterra.com/p/146806/TunnelBear/reviews/) TunnelBear for Teams is the easiest way your team can work securely and privately from anywhere. [Learn more about TunnelBear](https://www.capterra.com/p/146806/TunnelBear/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring [## Intercept X Endpoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/151731/Sophos-Endpoint-Protection/) [4.5 (222)](https://www.capterra.com/p/151731/Sophos-Endpoint-Protection/reviews/) Enables you to detect and block malware providing real-time threat intelligence and complete web, device, and data control. [Learn more about Intercept X Endpoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/151731/Sophos-Endpoint-Protection/) Encryption features reviewers most value Access Controls/Permissions Audit Trail Backup and Recovery Cloud Encryption Compliance Management File Encryption Password Management Policy Management Real-Time Monitoring ## Top-rated software of 2026 ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. 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