Steganos Safe

The Steganos Safe program, in its latest version 22.4.10, is an essential tool under the Security category and Privacy subcategory. Developed by Steganos Software GmbH, this application ensures that your sensitive data remains secure and protected. Supporting Windows XP, XP Professional, Vista, 7, 8, 10, 11, Steganos Safe is compatible with a wide range of operating systems.

Steganos Safe offers robust 384-bit AES-XEX encryption with AES-NI-Hardware acceleration, allowing users to protect their data on PCs, networks, or in the cloud effortlessly. Additionally, it supports data encryption in Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, Google Drive, and MagentaCLOUD. Each "safe" file created can store up to 2TB of data, thereby providing ample storage for all your sensitive files.

The program is easy to use even for novices due to its intuitive wizard that guides users through the process of creating a safe, featuring a straightforward interface with large icons. However, users might require some time to familiarize themselves with all the features despite the help wizard.

Steganos Safe provides not just encryption but also the ability to convert USB memory devices into portable safes. This allows for the secure transport of sensitive documents. Additionally, the application provides secondary features such as an eraser to permanently delete traces of any document or folder.

In terms of licensing, Steganos Safe operates as Shareware, which means the program requires an activation serial number to run the trial version, necessitating registration on the Steganos website. The program file names include Safe.exe, PortableSafe.exe, SAFE7.exe, SAFE8.exe, and SafeCLI.exe, and the program file size is 31.9 MB. Previous versions include 22.0, 21.0, and 20.0, indicating an ongoing commitment to improvement and support.

Download your free trial of Steganos Safe today to see if it's the right security solution for protecting your data.

Pros:

• Powerful 384-bit AES-XEX encryption
• User-friendly interface with an intuitive wizard
• Extensive cloud storage support
• Portable safe feature for USB drives
• Comprehensive security with two-factor authentication

Cons:

• Requires registration and an activation serial number for the trial
• Initial learning curve for new users

You may want to check out more software, such as Steganos Privacy Suite, Steganos Internet Trace Destructor or Steganos Password Manager, which might be related to Steganos Safe.