xCrypto 2.1.0.1

Protect the data stored on your Windows Phone with a dedicated encryption application
Quite a few users are used to keep their credentials stored inside some specialized applications that encode and protect them from unauthorized access, while also making the passwords available promptly.

For those who are trying out several apps that offer password-based protection and encryption on the go, xCrypto for Windows Phone is worth a go, mainly because it provides great ease of use seems to have in store some neat functions.

Nicely done GUI, with a smart layout

Through a clean and unadorned interface this utility makes it possible to easily go through all the sections and add the usernames and passwords, as well as other type of information you want to safeguard.

The professional looking front-end is coupled with a well-thought-out layout that puts at your fingertips all the functions and commands.

Besides the buttons available from the menu hosted at the bottom of the screen, you have a sidebar menu that can be activated wit one tap. This one holds the quick links to all the sections of the app where your personal info is stored.

Create new entries on the fly

Adding fresh records in the application's database is a breeze and you can include several types of information. More precisely, you can store application, bank, card and website accounts, each with its specific data input options.

Every entry you create can be encoded with either AES encryption or using the xCrypto proprietary method. When it comes to deciphering the protected content things are equally easy, as the utility offers dedicated modules for each task.

A major source of discontent is the fact that the utility doesn't prompt for the access code when invoked from the list of recently used apps and to close it properly you have to tap the "X" button from that specific list.

Password generator and extra options at a glance

xCrypto comes with its own tool for creating complex passwords and it can generate passcodes up to 25 characters in length. The passwords may contain uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers as well as special characters.

As soon as the code is generated by the application you can have it added to an account by tapping the "Save" button from the generator screen.

This utility also includes an authenticator module, but adding accounts in there is a bit tricky, as this is possible only for the website accounts you activated the 2-Step verification procedure.

The codes created here have a short lifespan, as they are renewed automatically at regular time intervals, which makes for increased security.

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softpedia rating

4.0/5

user rating 21

UNRATED
5.0/5
 

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Hits & Misses

hits

  • two types of encryption methods
  • password generator
  • authenticator for 2-step verification codes

misses

  • synchronization is faulty
  • the access is not secure when resuming from the recently used apps list
  • substantial power usage
Bottom Line
Design / UI9
 

The looks of this app are pretty well done, with smooth graphics and a neatly organized layout, so it scores very well here.

Function7
 

There are enough security options and customizations at hand, but the synchronization feature is not working well and the access is not as protected as it should.

Security10
 

xCrypto remains very discreet during installation and use, as it doesn't need to peek into any sensitive areas of the system unrelated to its functions.

Battery4
 

There is a significant battery usage while the application is running, as its power consumption reaches very high values.

Price10
 

Getting for free all the features offered by this utility is a sweet deal by any standard and the application has an excellent value overall.

Compatibility8
 

Those who are willing to give this app a try will have to install and use it on any Windows Phone 8.1 handset.

Editor's Review
VERY GOOD
Reviewed by Olivian Puha, last updated on May 23rd, 08:03 GMT.
Specifications
price:
100% Free
current version:
2.1.0.1
reviewed version:
2.1.0.1
developer:
xSHERU
category:
SECURITY & PRIVACY
os version req.:
8.1
age rating:
N/A
in-app purchases:
No
hits:
1966

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