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SafeHouse

(4 votes, average: 14 out of 15)

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General information about the program

SafeHouse is an encryption software, which is unique and different from others as it is a virtual disk software and works in the background without user interference and so it is extremely easy to use. In fact, the user has to do nothing as it works transparently in the background. It is one of the top encryption softwares, which offer easy to use encryption and other security features.

Program features

SafeHouse Personal Edition protects the files and folders using virtual drives. This feature of SafeHouse is what makes it unique than the others. The user has to make a container type file. After this file is created, the encryption and decryption process is done in an instant without requiring any user interference. This process is done in the background transparently and so, the process is very quick. This is especially for personal use in homes, since it is so easy to use and simple.

This software uses strong 256 bit Twofish algorithms and strong passwords. There are no security issues related to this software except that the files are not shredded after they are encrypted. The original files can be recovered using recovery software. This lack of feature is the main loophole in the software since it means the data is not completely secure.

SafeHouse personal edition is extremely easy to use. The installation process of this software takes only a few minutes in which the software is installed on your computer as well as a virtual drive is created. The interface of the software is also very easy and has simple options that explain themselves. Even beginners with only a few basic skills of computer can use this software.

The software also offers a trial version for thirty days. The best thing is that this trial version is identical to the normal version and there are no limited features.

The speed of the encryption process is relatively high and similar to the other encryption softwares. This software can also use a USB device as a virtual drive. For accessing the USB, only one pin code needs to be remembered. When the USB drive is unplugged, access to the encrypted data is not allowed.

This software is compatible with most windows types including the newer ones, windows Vista.

It is good for personal use in homes. For other more crucial uses, this may not be the best choice because of its inability to shred the data, which enables the original data to be found.

Additional information:

The software has given help documents, which include FAQs that tend to all common concerns and problems. The how-to guides and tutorials included in help documentation are also very helpful for the users. Besides this, the software also has an option of giving online support through emails. However, it does not have a live chat option or a support ticket option.

SafeHouse is mainly recommended for use in homes as it works in the background, which means the user does not have to learn anything about using the software. Beginners with little knowledge of computers may find it helpful.

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