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Top Android Encryption Apps

After I released my own android encryption app called Dexacrypt , I wanted to see what else was available on the market. Although, I thought my idea was unique there are already a large number of encryption apps on the market. Let's review some of them and rank them.  In this post, we will only look at message encryption apps and not advanced apps such as Surespot or SSE that provide file encryption or messaging. Meet the Contenders: Encrypt Messages And Text This app was last updated in November 2021 and has more than a 100,000 installs. Many reviews praise its simple UI and small size, however one user has specified that the latest version no longer works on Android 12. Secret Message - Encrypt/Decrypt Messages This app has a slightly larger size of 12 MB but only has 5000+ installs. The top review says and I quote, I am sorry but this is not as easy or self explanatory as it should be. You need to grab someone and hand them a phone and watch their expression. Ouch! maybe h...

How to encrypt your data in android?

Android App for encrypting sensitive data Here is how your messages can be accessed legally. And although you should stay legal... Here is how your messages can remain encrypted even if the app developer is forced to provide your messages: Get it from Google Play Do you store your passwords in a text file which are prone to hacking? Do you use a password manager that seems to work like magic or needs Internet connection to work? Do you write down your passwords on paper? Say Hello to Dexacrypt, encrypt your passwords and other sensitive data and store them anywhere without requiring any internet connection. Your encrypted data will remain safe as long as only you know the secret key. You can even print the encrypted password onto a piece of paper Do you trust in whatsapp, messenger or some other messaging app to keep your messages secure while they are being sent? Do you accept the risk that your messages can be intercepted by a malicious hacker? Will you rely on others to encrypt your...

How to Improve android security

More and more people rely on their smartphones not just for pleasure but business as well. Some people even sleep with their phones as they cannot comprehend the loss of their valuable data, be it, contacts, family photos or even bank apps. It is no secret that using a lock screen with a strong password is the very first step but that is not the aim of this guide. In this guide, we will talk about security options that keep your device safe from online hacks and attacks . 1. Normal Password or Better Two-Factor Authentication Whichever app you use whether it is for your bank or a government entity, always use two factor authentication if provided. It is very important because this provides an extra layer of protection that will come very handy not only when you want to reset your passwords but even if a hacker manages to find your username and attempts to reset the password he will be faced with a very difficult hurdle . Beware of hackers and other malicious enti...