🔐 File Encryption Tool

Your Digital Lockbox: Encrypt and Protect Files with Ease!

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🌟 Contributors

Thanks to these wonderful people for helping make File Encryption Tool better!

If you contributed and don’t see your avatar, please make at least one commit or open a pull request!

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🌟 Project Overview

In a world where data security is paramount, File Encryption Tool helps you keep your sensitive files safe using Fernet encryption from the trusted cryptography library. This simple yet powerful Python tool ensures your data remains protected while offering a seamless user experience.

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✨ Why This Tool?

• 🔒 Secure Files: Encrypt your files using the industry-standard Fernet encryption.
• 🔑 Personal Keys: Generate your own keys for a more secure encryption process.
• 💻 Cross-Platform: Works smoothly across Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• ⚡ Lightning Fast: Simple commands to encrypt and decrypt files in seconds.

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🎬 How It Works:

1. Clone the Repository:

git clone https://github.com/Dhruvi-tech/File-Encryption-Tool.git
cd File-Encryption-Tool

2. Install Dependencies:

pip install cryptography

3. Generate an Encryption Key:

python -m file_encryption_tool.cli generate-key -o mykey.key

4. Encrypt Your File:

python -m file_encryption_tool.cli encrypt <file_path> -o <encrypted_file_path> -k mykey.key

5. Decrypt Your File:

python -m file_encryption_tool.cli decrypt <encrypted_file_path> -o <decrypted_file_path> -k mykey.key

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🖼️ Screenshot: Example Usage

This screenshot demonstrates the full usage workflow:

• Repository clone
• Dependency installation
• Key generation
• File encryption
• File decryption

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🛠️ Advanced Features

• 🔄 Custom Output Filenames: Tailor your encrypted and decrypted filenames.
• 🔑 Secure Key Management: Keep your encryption keys safe—if lost, the files are unrecoverable.
• 📂 Large File Support: Encrypt files of any size efficiently.

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🌍 Folder Structure

File-Encryption-Tool/
├── file_encryption_tool/
│   ├── __init__.py
│   ├── cli.py
│   └── utils.py
├── tests/
│   └── test_encryption.py
├── Preview.png
├── README.md
└── setup.py

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👨‍💻 Tech Stack

• Python 3.8+: The backbone of this tool.
• cryptography: Secure your files with Fernet encryption.
• pytest: Test your tool for smooth functionality.

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⚙️ Installation & Setup

1. Clone the repo and navigate into the project folder:

   git clone https://github.com/Dhruvi-tech/File-Encryption-Tool.git
   cd File-Encryption-Tool

2. Install the dependencies:

   pip install cryptography

3. Generate an encryption key:

   python -m file_encryption_tool.cli generate-key -o mykey.key

4. Encrypt your file:

   python -m file_encryption_tool.cli encrypt <file_path> -o <encrypted_file_path> -k mykey.key [--password yourpassword]
   

5. Decrypt your file:

   python -m file_encryption_tool.cli decrypt <encrypted_file_path> -o <decrypted_file_path> -k mykey.key [--password yourpassword]

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🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions! Fork the repo, create a branch, and submit a pull request. Ensure your code is well-tested and properly documented.

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👏 Credits

• Fernet: Secure encryption from the cryptography library.
• Python: The programming language powering the tool.
• MIT License: Open-source license for usage and modification.

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📄 License

MIT License. See LICENSE for details.

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🔒 Protect Your Data!

The File Encryption Tool is your go-to solution for encrypting sensitive files with ease and security. It’s fast, simple, and designed to provide top-notch protection for your files.