VeraCrypt 1.26.14

Free Download VeraCrypt, the latest standalone offline installer for macOS. It is an open-source disk encryption software based on TrueCrypt 7.1a.

Overview of VeraCrypt for macOS

It is a powerful and reliable disk encryption software from IDRIX, based on TrueCrypt 7.1a. VeraCrypt picks up from where TrueCrypt left, adding enhanced security to the system and partition encryption algorithms, making it immune to new developments in brute-force attacks.

It also solves many vulnerabilities and security issues found in TrueCrypt. It can load TrueCrypt volume and convert TrueCrypt containers and non-system partitions to VeraCrypt format.
This enhanced security adds some delay only to the opening of encrypted partitions without any performance impact on the application use phase. This is acceptable to the legitimate owner, but it makes it much harder for an attacker to access the encrypted data.

Features of VeraCrypt for macOS

• Creates a virtual encrypted disk within a file and mounts it as a real disk.
• Encrypts an entire partition or storage device such as a USB flash drive or hard drive.
• Encrypts a partition or drive where Windows is installed (pre-boot authentication).
• Encryption is automatic, real-time(on the fly) and transparent.
• Parallelization and pipelining allow data to be read and written as fast as if the drive was not encrypted.
• Encryption can be hardware-accelerated on modern processors.
• Provides plausible deniability if an adversary forces you to reveal the password: Hidden volume (steganography) and hidden operating system.

Technical Details and System Requirements

macOS 12.0 or later

FAQs

Q: Can TrueCrypt and VeraCrypt be running on the same machine?
A: There are generally no conflicts between TrueCrypt and VeraCrypt; thus, they can be installed and used on the same machine.

Q: Can I use my TrueCrypt volumes in VeraCrypt?
A: Yes, Starting from version 1.0f, VeraCrypt supports mounting TrueCrypt volumes.

Q: Can I convert my TrueCrypt volumes to VeraCrypt format?
A: Yes, Starting from version 1.0f, VeraCrypt offers the possibility to convert TrueCrypt containers and non-system partitions to VeraCrypt format. This can achieved using the "Change Volume Password" or "Set Header Key Derivation Algorithm" actions. Just check the "TrueCrypt Mode," enter your TrueCrypt password, and operate. After that, your volume will have the VeraCrypt format.
Before doing the conversion, it is advised to back up the volume header using TrueCrypt. You can delete this backup safely once the conversion is done and after checking that the converted volume is mounted properly by VeraCrypt.

Q: Does VeraCrypt also encrypt file names and folder names?
A: Yes. The entire file system within a VeraCrypt volume is encrypted (including file names, folder names, and contents of every file). This applies to VeraCrypt volumes – i.e., to file containers (virtual VeraCrypt disks) and VeraCrypt-encrypted partitions/devices.

Conclusion

It is a versatile and robust encryption tool that helps you confidently protect sensitive data. Its strong encryption, cross-platform compatibility, and open-source nature make it an attractive choice for individuals and businesses looking to enhance their data security.