# Instant PGP — ASCII Armor tools

> PGP key management and message encryption/decryption tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Igor Fedotov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instant-pgp/id1497433694 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Igor Fedotov](https://appshunter.io/developer/662070286)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 49 App Store ratings · 65 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-02-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instant-pgp/id1497433694/reviews.md

## What is Instant PGP?

The app allows you to generate, import and export your public and private PGP keys in ASCII format.

You can use these keys to encrypt/sign cleartext messages, decrypt PGP MESSAGEs and validate PGP SIGNED MESSAGEs.

For questions and suggestions contact me at instantpgp@gmail.com.

## Key features

- Generate PGP keys
- Import PGP keys
- Export PGP keys
- Encrypt messages
- Decrypt messages
- Sign messages
- Validate signatures

## Recent user reviews (10 of 65)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instant-pgp/id1497433694/reviews.md

### 5/5 — good pgp tool for beginners

*2026-07-24*

use ur brain its legit easy like gpg on windows!

### 5/5 — Feds must be downvoting this app

*2026-02-08*

Because it’s so easy and useful

### 1/5 — invalid key format

*2025-12-10*

bug... it isnt invalid

### 2/5 — Incompatible avec Telegram

*2025-11-25, version 1.0*

Il n’est pas possible de copier un message chiffré dans Telegram ni d’envoyer la clé car le message n’est pas transmis correctement du fait de la pub « Comment download… » en début de message. 
J’invite le créateur de cette app à essayer !

### 1/5 — Unable to decrypt

*2025-11-19*

It speaks for itself

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2025-10-27, version 1.0*

It won’t let you decrypt the messages. Says invalid code. Do any of these pgp apps even work

### 5/5 — Great PGP tool

*2025-10-08*

Loved this one but now it has a huge ad that pops up on anything encrypted by the app which is so obnoxious

### 4/5 — Good basic PGP app

*2025-09-26, version 1.0*

The app provides good basic PGP functionality.  The app should be useful for the intermediate user who doesn’t need more advanced features. Overall, the functionality is good, with the main functions of encrypting/decrypting, signing/verifying, and key generation/importing/exporting being present.  The UI is simple to navigate.  The strength of the key is RSA 3072, which is less than the maximum 4096, but should be sufficiently strong for most purposes.  I did not see a way to create different strength keys or types, such as DSA, ECDSA, or EdDSA.  There is no ending date/time for generated keys, which is not necessarily the optimal option, but is understandable for more basic users.  I did not see an option to set an end date, which would be a better option.

Regarding security, one needs to be cognizant that apps such as these do house your private key, so there is an element of trust that is needed when using such an app.  Also, we don’t know how robust and secure the key generation is performed.  Without seeing the source code, one has to rely on the developer’s assurance that everything is kosher and performed in a way that does not create unacceptable risk.  In the general sense, I would avoid using phone/tablets for anything of a sensitive nature if at all possible.  So, apps like these present a certain level of convenience at the price of reduced security; the nature of the beast in security.

### 5/5 — Fast and Reelable for iOS

*2025-09-09*

It works great!
So far I haven’t encountered any bugs.
Thumbs up for that :)
5/5

### 3/5 — Poor security choices

*2025-08-12*

The private key and passphrase always visible in clear text. Private key can be used without the passphrase. App is wide open to anyone with physical access.

## Frequently asked questions about Instant PGP

### What does Instant PGP do?

Instant PGP allows you to manage your PGP keys and perform various encryption-related tasks. You can generate, import, and export your public and private PGP keys in ASCII format. It also enables you to encrypt and sign cleartext messages, decrypt PGP messages, and validate PGP signed messages.

### What are the key features of Instant PGP?

The app's core features include the ability to generate new PGP keys, import existing ones, and export them for backup or use elsewhere. It also supports encrypting messages for secure transmission, decrypting received PGP messages, and verifying the authenticity of signed messages.

### Is Instant PGP free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free user experience.

### What is PGP and why would I use it?

PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) is a widely used encryption program that provides cryptographic privacy and authentication for data communication. You would use it to ensure that only the intended recipient can read your messages and to verify that a message truly came from the sender.

### How can I get help or suggest improvements for Instant PGP?

For any questions, suggestions, or feedback regarding the app, you can contact the developer directly via email at instantpgp@gmail.com.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2020-02-05

No release notes.

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