Secure AES-256 file encryption and decryption - fast, simple, reliable
Publisher’s description
What is gfgLock?
gfgLock by gfgRoyal is open-source Windows software in the encryption category. It is written in Python.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 64-bit Windows. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 3.2.0, released on October 23, 2026. The version history goes back to May 20, 2026: 4 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (ShahFaisalGfG/gfgLock) has 11 stars. Similar programs include Cryptomator, Keybase and GNU Privacy Guard.
Project description on GitHub: “Secure file encryption for Windows. AES-256 and ChaCha20-Poly1305, batch processing, and a clean native UI.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: gfgLock is an open-source encryption tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is gfgLock safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
125568AD9325B85C2A00115E73D3CB01FAA9957204FCDC827A2037BDDEDAAE40· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 4 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2.0Latest | October 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 3.0.1 | July 18, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 3.0.0 | May 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.7.5 | May 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id gfgRoyal.gfgLock -egfgLock_3.2.0_user_installer.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- gfgRoyal
- Category
- Encryption
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/ShahFaisalGfG/gfgLock
- Written in
- Python
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 3.2.0
- Released
- October 23, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- May 20, 2026
- Versions listed
- 4
- GitHub stars
- 11
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- gfgRoyal.gfgLock
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is gfgLock free?
Yes. gfgLock is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is gfgLock safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install gfgLock with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can gfgLock be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does gfgLock run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of gfgLock?
The versions page lists all 4 versions with links to their official installer files, back to May 20, 2026.
Can I use gfgLock without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to gfgLock?
Cryptomator, Keybase, GNU Privacy Guard, KopiaUI and i2pd. The alternatives page compares them.
