Comparison

FileCryptor vs Authenticate By KDC

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

Head to head
About

FileCryptor

Features
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FileCryptor provides convenient file signing, signature verification, encryption and decryption experience. Built on top of Apple CryptoKit to provide maximum security protection for your file. It utilities only native apple cryptographic API to avoid security vulnerabilities. FileCryptor uses the RSA algorithm with OAEP padding to provide security features. You can generate, share, import, export and manage key pairs for different purposes. You can encrypt any private files (video, audio, photo, PDF, text and other file types) for secure storage. You can exchange public keys with your friends and use each other's public key to encrypt files to ensure secure transmission. All your key pair is encrypted and stored locally on your device so only you can access them. With "Export Keypair" feature you can transfer your key pairs safely between your own devices.The security features provided by the FileCryptor do not require a network connection. All your file encryption and decryption operations are performed on the locall device. Thans to Apple's excellent software ecosystem, FileCryptor can run perfectly on Mac with Apple silicon, and take advantage of more cores in the mac CPU. KEY FEATURES Generate, import, export, share Keys Local secure storage Keys Encryption export Keypair Make full use of multiple CPU cores Sign Verify Signature Encrypt Decrypt

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Authenticate By KDC

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AUTHENTICATE BY K-DAWGG CONNECT Your Security. Your Device. Your Privacy. Authenticate is a two-factor authentication (2FA) app built by someone in their mid-20s who's disgusted by companies profiting from user data. This isn't a corporate product designed to extract value from you—it's honest security software built by a regular person who values privacy as much as you do. No ads, no tracking, no monetization. Just straightforward 2FA protection that respects you. WHY AUTHENTICATE IS DIFFERENT Most authenticator apps are built by companies looking to monetize your data or upsell you on premium features. Authenticate takes a different approach: your 2FA codes are encrypted with military-grade AES-256-GCM encryption and stored exclusively on YOUR device. No cloud servers, no data collection, no analytics tracking, no corporate surveillance. Your security codes never leave your phone, and nobody—including the developer—can access them. This app makes zero profit. There's no business model, no venture capital, no exit strategy. It exists because someone got fed up with privacy-invasive apps and decided to build something better. If you're tired of being treated like a product instead of a person, Authenticate is for you. POWERFUL FEATURES, ZERO COMPROMISES • Scan QR codes instantly with your camera or import from your photo library • Generate standard 6-digit TOTP codes that work with all major services • Automatic 30-second code refresh with visual countdown timer • One-tap code copying with haptic feedback • Clean, modern interface with distinctive K-Dawgg Connect branding • Manual account entry for services that don't provide QR codes • Edit and manage your accounts with ease • Secure local storage with AES-256-GCM encryption • Optional PIN or biometric authentication to protect your codes • Works completely offline—no internet connection required BUILT FOR REAL PEOPLE Authenticate supports all major services including Google, Microsoft, GitHub, Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, Dropbox, and thousands more. The interface is designed to be fast and intuitive—scan a QR code, and you're done. No complicated setup, no account creation, no permissions beyond what's absolutely necessary. The app features a bold black, cyan, and magenta color scheme that's easy on the eyes and distinctly recognizable. Smooth animations and thoughtful design details make managing your 2FA codes feel effortless rather than tedious. THE K-DAWGG CONNECT PROMISE Your security and privacy will always come first. No compromises, no exceptions, no corporate BS. This is software built by someone who understands what it's like to feel frustrated by apps that don't respect you. Authenticate will never sell your data, serve you ads, or try to upsell you on premium features because there's nothing to sell—your privacy isn't for sale. If you believe software should serve users instead of exploiting them, give Authenticate a try. It's the 2FA app you'd build for yourself if you had the time. TECHNICAL DETAILS • TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password) algorithm • SHA1 HMAC with Base32 secret key encoding • Standard 6-digit codes with 30-second refresh • AES-256-GCM encryption for local storage • Compatible with OTPAuth URL format • No network access required—fully offline operation • Supports iPhone and iPad SUPPORT & CONTACT Questions, feedback, or concerns? Contact the developer directly at kenneth@connect.kdawgg.net. Real person, real responses, no corporate runaround. Download Authenticate and take control of your 2FA security today.

Screenshots

FileCryptor4 screens
Authenticate By KDC3 screens

Verdict

The call

FileCryptor and Authenticate By KDC are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
FileCryptor versus Authenticate By KDC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileCryptorAuthenticate By KDC
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer旭 赵Kenneth Lovett

In-app purchases

None

FileCryptor

No in-app purchases

None

Authenticate By KDC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FileCryptor free?
FileCryptor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Authenticate By KDC free?
Authenticate By KDC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FileCryptor or Authenticate By KDC have ads?
Neither FileCryptor nor Authenticate By KDC shows ads.

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