# Cryptomator: Protect Privacy — Open Source Cloud Encryption

> Open-source cloud encryption for personal data security and privacy. (iPhone/iPad app by Skymatic GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptomator-protect-privacy/id1560822163 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Skymatic GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/516387682)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 410 App Store ratings · 283 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 95 MB
- Languages: Russian, Bashkir, Bangla, Hindi, Slovenian, Swahili, Vietnamese, American English, Arabic, Hungarian and 28 more
- Released: 2021-12-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptomator-protect-privacy/id1560822163/reviews.md

## What is Cryptomator?

With Cryptomator, the key to your data is in your hands. Cryptomator secures and encrypts your sensitive data in your favorite cloud service. So you can rest assured that only you can access your data.

EASY-TO-USE

Cryptomator is a simple tool for digital self-defense. It allows you to protect your cloud data by yourself and independently.

• Simply create a vault and assign a password
• No additional account or configuration needed
• Unlock vaults with Face ID / Touch ID
• Fully integrated into the Files app

COMPATIBLE

Cryptomator is compatible with the most commonly used cloud storages and available for all major operating systems.

• Compatible with iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, SharePoint (incl. Microsoft Teams), pCloud, Box, WebDAV- and S3-based cloud storage services
• Create vaults in any location via other File Providers (third-party apps must support this)
• Access your vaults on all your mobile devices and computers

SECURE

You don't have to trust Cryptomator blindly, because it is open source software. For you as a user, this means that everyone can see the code: https://github.com/cryptomator/ios

• File content and filename encryption with AES and 256 bit key length
• Vault password is secured with scrypt for enhanced brute-force resistance
• Crypto implementation is publicly documented

AWARD-WINNING

Cryptomator received the CeBIT Innovation Award 2016 for Usable Security and Privacy. We're proud to provide security and privacy for hundreds of thousands of Cryptomator users.

CRYPTOMATOR COMMUNITY

Join the Cryptomator Community and participate in the conversations with other Cryptomator users: https://community.cryptomator.org

• Follow us on Mastodon @cryptomator@mastodon.online
• Like us on Facebook /Cryptomator

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## Key features

- Cloud data encryption
- Password-protected vaults
- Face ID/Touch ID unlock
- Files app integration
- Compatible with major cloud services
- Open-source software

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $9.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30-Day Trial | Free | one-time |
| Free Upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Paid Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $29.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Cryptomator?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Seamless integration with Files app
- 🔒 Robust encryption and security
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🚀 Convenient cloud storage access
- 💡 Useful for privacy-conscious users

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional sync and upload issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with some cloud services
- 🐛 Unreliable file access and management
- 🔋 High battery consumption reported

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Vault password change issues
- Files disappearing or becoming inaccessible
- Freezing and crashes on certain devices
- Compatibility problems with latest iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Automatic vault locking option
- Improved search and file management functionality
- Support for more cloud storage providers
- Offline file access and editing

## Recent user reviews (10 of 283)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptomator-protect-privacy/id1560822163/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Terrible UX

*2026-08-03, version 3.1.2*

Awful documentation and UX I can’t figure out for the life of me even with AI help

### 5/5 — Works like a charm

*2026-07-21*

Love it works flawlessly

### 4/5 — Bonne application

*2026-07-20*

Efficace et sur !

### 1/5 — Not compatible with K-Drive

*2026-07-18*

Unfortunately Kdrive remains greyed out and can’t connect

### 2/5 — Won’t load the vault

*2026-06-22, version 3.1.1*

Refuse to load the vault. This app used to work great

### 2/5 — Capricieuse

*2026-06-19*

Capricieuse

### 3/5 — Probably good?

*2026-06-14, version 3.1.0*

This app is probably good. But the sad fact is, I’ll never know. It is paywalled. I appreciate such privacy endeavours cost money, and I’ve no issues paying for it, but there is no way of testing with any longevity due to being paywalled. A continuous but modest allowance should be considered rather than a ‘trial period’. 

I’ll source this encryption elsewhere. 3 stars as any privacy focussed app deserves praise irrespective of peculiar commercial decisions.

### 5/5 — O melhor app disparado

*2026-05-27*

Pode até ser pago, mas o App é sensacional. A melhor aquisição que você vai fazer.

### 1/5 — War früher gut…

*2026-05-23*

Inzwischen bekommt man unter iPadOS ständig die Mitteilung, dass die Kommunikation mit der Hilfsapp nicht funktioniert. Dann kann man gespeicherte Dateien weder löschen noch sonst wie editieren. Das gibt echt ein Kuddelmuddel im Back-up Ordner und ist so nicht mehr zu gebrauchen. Dieser Fehler betrifft nicht nur eine einzelne Cloud, sondern alle Clouds, d.h. von verschiedenen Anbietern. An der Cloud liegt es also nicht. Außerdem: wenn man beim hochladen, mal keine Fehlermeldung bekommt und in der Dateien App prüft, ob die Datei wirklich hochgeladen ist, wurde, steht dort "warten ".  Der Upload wird also nicht wirklich ausgelöst, und man wähnt sich fälschlicherweise in Sicherheit. Darüber hinaus: Manche Dateien, die man in den Tresor hochlädt, können nicht geöffnet werden. Man müsste also jede hochgeladene Datei nachträglich überprüfen. Es gibt auch keinen Support. Der neueste Spaß, den sich Cryptomator auf meinem iPad erlaubt (aktuelles IOS): Die App belegt sage und schreibe 90 GB Datenvolumen vom lokalen iPad Speicher. Dabei sind sämtliche Safes extern. Sie sind auch vollständig hochgeladen. Cryptomator hätte keinen Grund am iPad so viel Speicher zu klauen. Einzige Lösung für mich: Cryptomator App löschen und neu installieren. Das hat wenigstens geklappt. Zur Zeit bin ich dabei, mich von dieser App weg zu orientieren. Ist nicht mehr verlässlich. Und wenn man die Probleme in der Community postet, kümmert sich keiner, und das über Monate.

### 4/5 — Good but has no search functionality

*2026-05-14, version 3.0.1*

$30 for a license is expensive but then, there’s no alternative. What makes me look for alternatives is not having a simple search function. 

Since the concern is leaking metadata in the Files app, Cryptomator app itself should add a search function.

## Frequently asked questions about Cryptomator

### What does Cryptomator do?

Cryptomator encrypts your sensitive data stored in cloud services, ensuring that only you can access it. It creates secure vaults protected by a password, making your data private and secure.

### How does Cryptomator encrypt data?

It uses AES with a 256-bit key length for file content and filename encryption. The vault password is secured with scrypt for enhanced brute-force resistance. The crypto implementation is publicly documented and the software is open source.

### Is Cryptomator free to use?

The application is free to download and use, with in-app purchases available. This model allows users to try the core functionality before committing to any paid features.

### What cloud services are compatible with Cryptomator?

It is compatible with iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, SharePoint, pCloud, Box, and WebDAV- and S3-based cloud storage services. You can also create vaults in any location via other File Providers.

### Can I access my encrypted data on different devices?

Yes, you can access your vaults on all your mobile devices and computers. The app is available for all major operating systems and integrates with cloud storage services, allowing for cross-device access.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.2 — 2026-06-25

Small adjustments to provide you with timely and relevant updates. We hope you enjoy the app!

### 3.1.1 — 2026-06-17

- Fixed WebDAV downloads hanging in the Files app (#449, #467).

### 3.1.0 — 2026-05-27

- Added a shortcut to clear the cache via the Shortcuts app (#393, #454).
- Fixed downloads and uploads getting stuck with WebDAV servers like Nextcloud and MagentaCloud (#449).
- Fixed unlocking vaults offline in the Files app (#456).

### 3.0.1 — 2026-04-05

- Added offline browsing for previously visited vault folders in Files.app (#144, #446).
- Added automatic retry of connectivity-failed uploads on vault unlock (#446).
- Raised minimum iOS version to 16 (#448).

### 3.0.0 — 2026-04-03

- Added offline browsing for previously visited vault folders in Files.app (#144, #446).
- Added automatic retry of connectivity-failed uploads on vault unlock (#446).
- Raised minimum iOS version to 16 (#448).

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