Encryption Tool

What is Encryption Tool?

Encryption tool is a type of security program that enables encryption and decryption of a data stream at rest or in transit. It enables the encryption of the content of a data object, file, network packet or application, so that it is secure and unviewable by unauthorized users.

        Tools for encryption 

WinGPG is a tray-based classical Windows application, Windows NT Explorer shell extension, and a classic GPGv2 distribution. Secure your data with our simple encryption tool.
Modern business life puts the issues of confidential information protection to the top of the importance list. Processing documents and other files without encryption could endanger your company’s and even your personal security. Encryption software is becoming a must for protecting either your privacy or your business. 

        Installation

1. To download WinGPG software, go to official websites https://scand.com/products/wingpg/
   
   
   
   
   
2. Choose version Windows 32/64bit and start downloading
   
   
   
   
   
3. Run the wizard and just follow the instructions until the end  
   
   
    
   
   
   
   
   
4. Once the download is done, press on “Finish” button and you will see the following window:
   

   Just click on “Register” button 
   
   

   

5. Try search WinGPG in the computer and if WinGPG appeared on the search list, it means the installation is complete and successful
   
   

   

   
   

    How to import private key if it exists or generate new one.

1. This is the main WinGPG window. In case you already have used GPG-based software before, your keys will be imported automatically. Otherwise, there will be an empty list. Click on “Import Keys” if you have some. Locate them in the open dialog, select and click on ‘Open’ button. The GPG key will be imported into the system.
   
   
   
   
   
2. If you don’t have a private key, you need to create it. Click on “Create Keys” button and type the data in the pop-up window.
   
   
   
   

   The result after new key is create:
   
   

   

   
   
   
   
3. Now you have your password protected private key and you need to make it default.
   
   
   
   
   

   Use right-click in the list for the selected key and then use “Set as default” menu point. Do not forget to check “Use default keys” option below the key list as displayed.
   
   
4. For The last step you need to extract your public key from the system and send it to all your recipients or publish somewhere like the corporate portal, so everybody will able to get your public keys.

So, you need to select your private key, push to “Export Keys” button, and in the opened pull-down menu specify the output file name and specify “public keys” option.

Now you’re ready to import or export files and texts and send it to your contact persons. Every time you want to send encrypted data for somebody, select their public keys from the list. Do not forget to add yourself if you want to read back your encrypted texts. Encryption does not need anything, but decryption needs your private key and might ask for the password for your key.

        Analysis of WinGPG

• Confidentiality - Secure your files against unwanted tampering. Let no one jeopardize your privacy. Protect your data with WinGPG by Scand.
  
  
• Integrity - Encrypt your documents with pleasure. Decrypt them easy. Secure your messaging. Encrypted files are automatically zipped and ready for transmission.
  
  
• Availability - Free, open source and no costs.
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