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encfs
Encrypted filesystem in user-space based on FUSE
Description
EncFS is an encrypted filesystem in user-space based on FUSE. It mounts an encrypted directory into a clear one, providing transparent encryption for files. Each file is encrypted individually, making it suitable for cloud storage synchronization.
AI Summary
FUSE-based encrypted filesystem that mounts encrypted directories transparently
Capabilities
- + Mount encrypted directories as regular filesystems
- + Encrypt files individually (per-file encryption)
- + Work with cloud storage sync tools
- + Transparent encryption/decryption
Use When
- → You need transparent file encryption in a directory
- → You want encrypted directories that work with cloud sync
Avoid When
- x You need full-disk encryption
- x You need the strongest security guarantees (EncFS has known weaknesses)