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AES Crypt vs Xecrets Ez: catalog facts
AES Crypt	Xecrets Ez
Paid 30-day free trial, then a one-time perpetual license with future updates included.	Freemium File encryption and decryption are free; Premium features require a subscription.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Command line	Windows, macOS, Linux
Simple password-based encryption of single files Available on several desktop systems plus a command-line version	Encrypts files individually in the AxCrypt-compatible .axx format Supports folders, text and YubiKey
Paid after the 30-day trial Encrypts individual files rather than whole disks or volumes	Some file handling features require Premium Drag and drop is available on Windows only
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License: Proprietary
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 8, 2026

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