iPGMail vs Easy PGP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPGMail
This app simplifies PGP encryption for iOS users, allowing easy sending and receiving of encrypted emails and files. It supports the OpenPGP standard, key management, and various import methods for keys and messages.
- PGP encryption and decryption
- Send and receive encrypted emails
- Encrypt and decrypt files
- Create and manage PGP keys
- Import keys from various sources
- Supports OpenPGP standard
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iPGMail is a complete OpenPGP client for iPhone and iPad. Encrypt, decrypt, and digitally sign email and files using the same RFC 9580 / RFC 4880 standard you already use with GnuPG, Mailvelope, Thunderbird, ProtonMail's PGP exports, and any other OpenPGP-compatible tool. Bring your existing PGP identity to iOS or generate a new one in the app. Your private keys are stored in a private local database with the highest data-protection class and are unlocked only by Touch ID or Face ID. All cryptography runs locally — your keys and message content never leave your device. CRYPTO & INTEROPERABILITY • OpenPGP v4 and v6 (RFC 9580 / RFC 4880, RFC 6637) — fully interoperable with GnuPG, Mailvelope, Thunderbird, ProtonMail PGP exports, and any other compliant tool • Public-key algorithms: RSA, DSA, ECDSA, EdDSA (Ed25519, Ed448), ECDH (Curve25519, X448) • Symmetric ciphers including AES-256, with modern AEAD encryption on PGP v6 (SEIPDv2) messages • PGP/MIME for encrypted email; standard ASCII-armored output for any plain-text channel • Detached and inline signatures; sign-only mode for authenticated but readable messages • Symmetric (password-based) file encryption • Encrypt to multiple recipients in a single message EMAIL • Send encrypted email directly from the app via SMTP — works with iCloud, Gmail, Outlook / Hotmail, Yahoo, AOL, Fastmail, GMX, Yandex, mail.ru, QQ, Comcast, and any custom SMTP server • Google OAuth2 for password-free Gmail authentication • Reply with quoted plaintext ("> " prefix) so encrypted threads read like normal email • Or hand off to your default mail app via the standard iOS share sheet KEY MANAGEMENT • Generate new keypairs in-app with strong defaults (ECC or RSA) • Import existing public and private keys (ASCII-armored or binary) • Search SKS / hkps key servers and Keybase to find recipient keys • Attach your public key to outgoing messages so recipients can import it directly • Inspect key flags, expiration, signatures, and user IDs FILES • Encrypt and decrypt files up to 100 MB per file (200 MB total per message), with on-screen progress • Quick Look preview of decrypted content in-place • Receive encrypted attachments directly from iOS Mail.app — no copy/paste required • Read .pgp, .gpg, .asc, and .sig files from anywhere via the Files app, AirDrop, iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or the system clipboard • Open URL handler for the x-ipgmail:// scheme so other apps can hand work to iPGMail iPAD-OPTIMIZED • Sidebar navigation and full keyboard shortcut support • Optimized layouts for Split View and Stage Manager PRIVACY POSTURE • Private keys are stored locally in a secured private database and unlocked only by Touch ID / Face ID • All encryption, decryption, signing, and verification happens on-device • No account creation, no cloud middleman, no third-party access to your message content • Open standard — your keys and messages stay portable to any other OpenPGP tool, on any platform WHO IT'S FOR Built for journalists, activists, security professionals, lawyers, developers, and anyone who already uses PGP on the desktop and wants the same workflow on iOS. Bring your existing key, decrypt your inbox, sign and send — without surrendering custody of your keys to anyone.
Easy PGP
This app provides robust PGP encryption and decryption for mobile devices. It allows users to generate, import, and export keys, encrypt and decrypt messages, and digitally sign and verify content, all while operating completely offline for maximum privacy.
- PGP key pair generation
- Key import/export
- Message encryption/decryption
- Digital signatures
- Signature verification
- Offline operation
- Secure key storage
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EasyPGP is a user-friendly and secure application that brings the power of PGP encryption to your mobile device. Whether you need to protect sensitive communications or verify the authenticity of messages, EasyPGP offers a complete encryption solution that respects your privacy. COMPLETELY OFFLINE All operations are performed locally on your device. Your data never leaves your phone, ensuring maximum privacy and security. SUPERIOR PRIVACY Your keys and messages are encrypted with your device's secure storage and are only accessible to you. USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN Modern, intuitive interface makes PGP encryption accessible to everyone without sacrificing security. KEY FEATURES: - Generate PGP Key Pairs Easily create new PGP key pairs with customizable encryption settings. - Import/Export Keys Import existing keys or export keys for backup and cross-device usage. - Encrypt Messages Protect your messages with strong PGP encryption using recipient public keys. - Decrypt Messages Securely read encrypted messages using your private key. - Digital Signatures Sign messages to prove authenticity and ensure message integrity. - Signature Verification Verify the authenticity of signed messages from others. - Secure Key Storage All keys are stored securely on your device with optional biometric or PIN protection. - No Internet Required Works entirely offline, ensuring your encryption activities remain private. - Light/Dark Theme Choose between light and dark themes for comfortable usage in any environment. EasyPGP is perfect for: - Journalists protecting sources and sensitive communications - Business professionals securing confidential information - Privacy-conscious individuals - Activists and human rights defenders - Anyone who values secure communications Our commitment to privacy: - No server-side operations - Optional anonymous crash reporting that can be disabled EasyPGP makes the powerful security of PGP encryption accessible to everyone, regardless of technical expertise. Download today and take control of your digital privacy!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Easy PGP at Free against iPGMail's $3.99. Easy PGP also leads on iOS requirement (13 vs 17.0). iPGMail's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (4.3 vs 3.9). On update cadence, ads and device support 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
Easy PGP is free to download; iPGMail costs $3.99 up front. Easy PGP sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iPGMail asks for nothing beyond the download.
iPGMail holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iPGMail has 235 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of iPGMail's written reviews are positive against 54% of Easy PGP's.
iPGMail ships an update every 10 days, Easy PGP every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iPGMail | Easy PGP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.3 (235 ratings) — better | 3.9 (20 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 66.3% of reviews — better | 53.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 235 — better | 20 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #88 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wyllys Ingersoll | Sabri BASOGLU |
Customer experience
iPGMail
Easy PGP
Bugs and requests
iPGMail
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes when importing certain private keys
- Issues with sending/receiving encrypted attachments
- Problems with key server integration and key management
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to save password/passphrase
- Automatic deletion of local decrypted files
- Better integration with iOS Mail app
- Support for more encryption algorithms beyond RSA
Easy PGP
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iPGMail
No in-app purchases
Easy PGP
- Easy PGP Premium$5.99








