Comparison

Paranoia Text Encryption Lite vs CryptoFiles

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Paranoia Text Encryption Lite

Securely encrypt and decrypt sensitive text data, including notes, messages, and cryptocurrency keys. Offers robust security with multiple strong encryption algorithms and advanced steganography features to hide data within images. Also supports secure password exchange using post-quantum cryptography.

Highlights
  • Text encryption and decryption
  • Steganography (hide text in JPEG)
  • Post-quantum key encapsulation
  • Multiple strong encryption algorithms
  • Copy/paste and file saving
  • Session-based password management
Features
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• Paranoia Text Encryption is a comprehensive text encryption application for iOS devices (iPhone/iPad/iPod) and macOS, developed by Paranoia Works. • Paranoia Text Encryption safeguards your notes, SMS messages, emails, social networking posts, cryptocurrency keys (seeds, mnemonics), and any other text from unwanted readers. • Simply copy and paste text to and from your favorite applications, or save it to a file for future use. • This app does not function as a "vault application." Instead, a password is set for the current encryption/decryption session, not to enter the app itself. You may use an unlimited number of passwords for any purpose—different files, tasks, people, etc. • The app guarantees robust security by encrypting data using strong encryption algorithms: Blowfish (448-bit), AES (256-bit), RC6 (256-bit), Serpent (256-bit), and Twofish (256-bit) ciphers. • Steganography: The application includes steganographic features, allowing you to conceal text or files within a JPEG image. Two algorithms are available: J-UNIWARD (content-adaptive, minimizes visual distortion, harder to detect) and F5 (matrix encoding, efficient embedding). The selected algorithm works with the chosen symmetric cipher to produce the final steganogram. • Key Encapsulation (KEM): Securely exchange encryption passwords using the post-quantum ML-KEM mechanism (NIST FIPS 203). Two parties can establish a shared password without ever transmitting it directly, with protection against future quantum computer attacks. ◆ Differences between Free and PRO versions: The PRO version offers additional encryption algorithms, specifically Threefish (1024-bit), SHACAL-2 (512-bit), and Paranoia C4 (2048-bit), which is a cascade of Threefish–Serpent–AES–SHACAL-2. While the free version can decrypt data encrypted by these advanced algorithms, the ability to encrypt data using these algorithms is exclusive to the PRO version. The PRO version also provides a key to activate the PRO versions of desktop applications: Paranoia File & Text Encryption for PC, Paranoia Text Encryption for PC, and S.S.E. File Encryptor for PC. • The application is natively compatible with macOS (10.15 and later). Versions for other systems and platforms can be downloaded from the application homepage: https://paranoiaworks.mobi/download/. • An online (web-based) version, utilizing AES and client-side JavaScript, and other utilities are available at https://pteo.paranoiaworks.mobi

About

CryptoFiles

Securely encrypt and decrypt files, photos, and videos to protect your personal data from unauthorized access. Features include advanced security, file management, and cloud storage integration for seamless privacy protection.

Highlights
  • Asymmetric encryption for advanced security
  • File manager with folders and notes
  • Cloud and local storage integration
  • Built-in key generator and password manager
  • Unlimited protection across devices
  • Easy encryption and decryption process
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CryptoFiles – Secure Encryption & Decryption for Your Files Looking for a secure way to encrypt and decrypt your file, photo, and document? CryptoFiles is the ultimate encryption tool that protects your personal data, ensuring privacy from hackers and unauthorized access. With an intuitive interface, CryptoFiles handles cipher generation, hash protection, and decryption with ease. Why Choose CryptoFiles app? • Advanced Security – Uses asymmetric encryption, ensuring passwords, keys, and files stay safe. • File Manager & Organizer – Supports folders, notes, journal, and note cards for easy taking and making of secure records. • Cloud & Local Storage – Store documents, photos, and files in a locked folder, drive, or storage. • Swift Key Management – Built-in key generator, password manager, and authenticator make encryption seamless. • Unlimited Protection – Works with hard disk, cloud storage, and mobile devices. How CryptoFiles Works 1. Key Generation – On first launch, CryptoFiles automatically generates a private key and public key, which are securely stored in your mobile device. 2. Public Key Sharing – Use a QR-code to send your public key to clients and senders who need to encrypt files for you. 3. Receiving Public Keys – Scan and receive public keys from users for whom you want to encrypt data. 4. Encryption – Select a file from your phone, drive, or folders, click Encrypt, and choose the recipient. Send the encrypted file via email or messenger. 5. Decryption – Open CryptoFiles, select the encrypted file, and tap Decrypt. The decoder will extract and unlock the file—only if it was encrypted for you. CryptoFiles Free vs. Premium Features • Basic Version – Encrypt files, photos, and notes for yourself. • Premium Version – Full encryption & decryption for files, folders, documents, text, audio, and videos with cloud and drive integration. Whether you need to keep your diary hidden, write and protect private notes, or store sensitive documents in a locked folder, CryptoFiles is the perfect tool. Protect your data with CryptoFiles – Download now and secure your privacy! Privacy Policy: https://cryptofiles.org/docs/cf_pp_en.txt Terms of Use: https://cryptofiles.org/docs/cf_eula_en.txt

Screenshots

Paranoia Text Encryption Lite4 screens
CryptoFiles4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CryptoFiles at 5.0 against Paranoia Text Encryption Lite's 4.5. CryptoFiles also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Paranoia Text Encryption Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (84 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CryptoFiles sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Paranoia Text Encryption Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CryptoFiles holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Paranoia Text Encryption Lite has 84 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paranoia Text Encryption Lite ships an update every 2 months, CryptoFiles fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Paranoia Text Encryption Lite versus CryptoFiles: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParanoia Text Encryption LiteCryptoFiles
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (84 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews74.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings84 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrantisek DvorakAVTOR LLC

Customer experience

Paranoia Text Encryption Lite

All ratings84 ratings
Positive84.5%
Neutral4.8%
Negative10.7%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive74.1%
Neutral7.4%
Negative18.5%

CryptoFiles

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Paranoia Text Encryption Lite

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

CryptoFiles

Subscriptions3
  • CryptoFiles 1 Month7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • CryptoFiles 6 Months7 Days trial$9.996 Months
  • CryptoFiles 12 Months7 Days trial$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Paranoia Text Encryption Lite free?
Paranoia Text Encryption Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CryptoFiles free?
CryptoFiles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Paranoia Text Encryption Lite or CryptoFiles?
CryptoFiles is rated higher. Paranoia Text Encryption Lite averages 4.5 out of 5 from 84 ratings, while CryptoFiles averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Paranoia Text Encryption Lite or CryptoFiles have ads?
Neither Paranoia Text Encryption Lite nor CryptoFiles shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Paranoia Text Encryption Lite or CryptoFiles?
Paranoia Text Encryption Lite ships an update every 2 months, and CryptoFiles fortnightly. Most recently, Paranoia Text Encryption Lite was updated on October 2, 2026 and CryptoFiles on September 21, 2026.

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