Text Encrypt and Decrypt
Encrypt and decrypt text with a passphrase using AES-GCM — entirely in your browser.
Encrypt or decrypt
How to use the Text Encrypt and Decrypt
- Choose encrypt or decrypt.
- Enter a passphrase, then paste your text or encrypted payload.
- Click Run and copy the result.
Features
- AES-GCM 256-bit authenticated encryption
- PBKDF2 key derivation with a random salt
- Works both ways from the same box
- Everything happens locally
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the free online text encrypt and decrypt.
The tool derives an AES-256 key from your passphrase with PBKDF2 (150000 iterations and a
random salt), then encrypts with AES-GCM and a random IV.
No. Everything happens in your browser using the Web Crypto API, so nothing is sent to a
server.
Yes, if the other tool supports the same format: the output is a Base64 payload containing a
16 byte salt, a 12 byte IV and the AES-GCM ciphertext.
The text cannot be recovered. There is no back door and no password reset, so store the
passphrase safely.
AES-GCM with a long, unique passphrase is strong, but for high value secrets use a dedicated
encryption tool or a password manager.
The payload includes the random salt and IV plus the authentication tag, and Base64 encoding
adds about a third more characters.
Yes. The tool is fully responsive and works in any modern browser on desktop, tablet and
phone.
Yes, it is completely free with no account required.
Last updated: October 10, 2026