Cryptomator
Cryptomator encrypts files client-side before they are uploaded to cloud storage, using a virtual drive.
Legal & ethical use. Use this tool only on systems, networks and data that you own or have explicit written permission to test. Unauthorised access or scanning can break computer-misuse laws (for example Pakistan's Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016, and equivalents elsewhere). Practise in your own lab or in authorised environments such as CTFs.
What it is used for
- Keep sensitive files private in a cloud storage service
- Share an encrypted vault with trusted people
Key features
- Client-side AES encryption
- Works with any cloud folder
- Open source
Installation
Download from cryptomator.org.
Beginner usage guide
Create a vault inside your synced cloud folder, unlock it and store files through the virtual drive.
Example commands
Run these only against your own lab or authorised targets. Placeholder addresses such as 192.0.2.x are documentation ranges.
Concept (GUI)
Add Vault → Create New VaultChoose a strong passphrase and keep the recovery key safe.
References
Source verification
Last reviewed: 2026-10-27
Links checked over HTTP: 2026-10-27 07:51 UTC — official: 200, docs: 200, repo: 200
Commands were written from the official documentation and have not been executed on this site; test them in your lab.