# NovelCrypt

> Free, client-side encryption tools for privacy-focused users. All encryption happens in your browser with zero server storage. No registration, no tracking, no databases.

NovelCrypt provides a suite of browser-based encryption and privacy tools. Everything runs locally using the Web Crypto API — your data never leaves your device unencrypted.

## Core Tools

- [Self-Destructing Encrypted Messages](https://novelcrypt.com/create/): Create AES-256-GCM encrypted messages that vanish after one view. Optional password protection and expiration.
- [Password Vault](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/password-vault/): Local-only password manager. AES-256 encrypted, stored in browser local storage, never synced to the cloud.
- [File Encryptor](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/file-encryptor/): Encrypt any file type with AES-256-GCM entirely in your browser before uploading to cloud storage or sharing.
- [Digital Signer](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/digital-signer/): Sign PDFs digitally with handwritten or typed signatures. Works entirely offline in your browser.
- [QR Code Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/qr-generator/): Create QR codes for URLs, WiFi, contact cards, and encrypted messages. Custom colors and logos.
- [Metadata Remover](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/metadata-remover/): Strip EXIF data (GPS, camera, timestamps) from photos and PDFs before sharing.
- [Hash Verifier](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/hash-verifier/): Generate and verify SHA-256, SHA-512, and MD5 checksums for file integrity checking.
- [Base64 Encoder](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/base64-encoder/): Encode and decode Base64 for text, files, and images. Generates code snippets for multiple languages.
- [UUID Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/uuid-generator/): Generate cryptographically secure UUIDs (v1, v4), ULIDs, Nanoids, and API keys in bulk.
- [Private Link Shortener](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/url-shortener/): Generate privacy-wrapped links with no redirect server, no tracking, optional AES-256 encryption and self-destruct.
- [Django Secret Key Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/django-key-generator/): Generate Django SECRET_KEY and Flask secret keys instantly. Cryptographically secure, 100% browser-side.
- [RSA Encrypt & Decrypt](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/rsa-encrypt-decrypt/): RSA encryption, decryption, signing and verification in your browser. Generate 1024/2048/4096-bit key pairs.
- [NTLM Hash Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/ntlm-hash-generator/): Generate NTLM and NTLMv2 password hashes for Windows authentication testing. Pure MD4, no libraries.
- [JWT Secret Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/jwt-secret-generator/): Generate cryptographically secure JWT secret keys for Supabase, Node.js, and Flask.
- [Bcrypt Generator & Verifier](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/bcrypt-generator/): Generate and verify bcrypt password hashes with adjustable cost factor. 100% browser-side.
- [HMAC Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/hmac-generator/): Generate HMAC-SHA256, SHA-384, and SHA-512 signatures using the Web Crypto API.
- [AES Text Encryptor](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/aes-text-encryptor/): Encrypt and decrypt text with AES-256-GCM and PBKDF2 key derivation. 100% browser-side.
- [htpasswd Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/htpasswd-generator/): Generate Apache .htpasswd entries with bcrypt, APR1, SHA, or crypt algorithms.
- [Password Hash Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/password-hash-generator/): Multi-algorithm password hash generator: bcrypt, SHA-256, SHA-512, MD5, NTLM.
- [Caesar Cipher Decoder](https://novelcrypt.com/lab/caesar-cipher-decoder/): Encode, decode, and brute force Caesar shift ciphers. Try all 25 shifts at once.

## Landing Pages

- [Password Vault](https://novelcrypt.com/password-vault/): Offline password vault — no cloud, no sync, no risk.
- [File Encryptor](https://novelcrypt.com/file-encryptor/): Encrypt files before uploading to the cloud.
- [Hash Verifier](https://novelcrypt.com/hash-verifier/): Verify file integrity with SHA-256 and SHA-512.
- [Base64 Encoder](https://novelcrypt.com/base64-encoder/): Online Base64 encoder and decoder.
- [UUID Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/uuid-generator/): Generate UUIDs, ULIDs, Nanoids, and API keys.
- [QR Code Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/qr-generator/): Create encrypted and customizable QR codes.
- [Metadata Remover](https://novelcrypt.com/metadata-remover/): Remove hidden EXIF metadata from photos.
- [Digital Signer](https://novelcrypt.com/digital-signer/): Sign PDFs digitally with no upload.
- [Private Link Shortener](https://novelcrypt.com/url-shortener/): Share URLs without tracking.
- [Django Secret Key Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/django-key-generator/): Generate Django SECRET_KEY and Flask secret keys instantly. Cryptographically secure, 100% browser-side.
- [RSA Encrypt & Decrypt](https://novelcrypt.com/rsa-encrypt-decrypt/): RSA encryption, decryption, signing and verification in your browser. Generate 1024/2048/4096-bit key pairs.
- [NTLM Hash Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/ntlm-hash-generator/): Generate NTLM and NTLMv2 password hashes for Windows authentication testing. Pure MD4, no libraries.
- [JWT Secret Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/jwt-secret-generator/): Generate cryptographically secure JWT secret keys for Supabase, Node.js, and Flask.
- [Bcrypt Generator & Verifier](https://novelcrypt.com/bcrypt-generator/): Generate and verify bcrypt password hashes with adjustable cost factor. 100% browser-side.
- [HMAC Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/hmac-generator/): Generate HMAC-SHA256, SHA-384, and SHA-512 signatures using the Web Crypto API.
- [AES Text Encryptor](https://novelcrypt.com/aes-text-encryptor/): Encrypt and decrypt text with AES-256-GCM and PBKDF2 key derivation. 100% browser-side.
- [htpasswd Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/htpasswd-generator/): Generate Apache .htpasswd entries with bcrypt, APR1, SHA, or crypt algorithms.
- [Password Hash Generator](https://novelcrypt.com/password-hash-generator/): Multi-algorithm password hash generator: bcrypt, SHA-256, SHA-512, MD5, NTLM.
- [Caesar Cipher Decoder](https://novelcrypt.com/caesar-cipher-decoder/): Encode, decode, and brute force Caesar shift ciphers. Try all 25 shifts at once.

## Comparison Pages

- [Share Passwords Securely](https://novelcrypt.com/share-password-securely/): How to share passwords safely without email or SMS.
- [Privnote Alternative](https://novelcrypt.com/privnote-alternative/): A privacy-first alternative to Privnote with zero server storage.

## Blog

- [NovelCrypt Blog](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/): Security and privacy guides covering encryption, password security, phishing prevention, digital privacy, and more.
- [Complete Guide to Secure Digital Communication](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/complete-guide-secure-private-digital-communication/): Comprehensive guide to encryption, privacy, and self-destructing messages.
- [Password Security Guide](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/password-security-guide-protect-your-accounts/): Why traditional password practices fail and what to do instead.
- [AES-256 Encryption in JavaScript Tutorial](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/aes-256-encryption-javascript-complete-tutorial-2026/): Step-by-step guide to implementing AES-256-GCM with the Web Crypto API.
- [How Self-Destructing Messages Work](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/how-self-destructing-messages-work/): Technical explanation of one-time encrypted message architecture.
- [Best Privnote Alternatives 2026](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/best-privnote-alternatives-2026/): Comparison of self-destructing message services with privacy analysis.
- [How to Share Passwords Securely](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/how-to-share-passwords-securely-2026/): Secure password sharing methods without email or SMS exposure.
- [How to Send Confidential Files Securely](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/how-to-send-confidential-files-securely/): Encrypted file sharing guide for sensitive documents.
- [What is End-to-End Encryption Explained](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/what-is-end-to-end-encryption-explained/): Plain-language guide to E2EE for everyday users.
- [Is Privnote Safe?](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/is-privnote-safe/): Security analysis of Privnote and why alternatives matter.
- [Signal vs WhatsApp vs Telegram](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/signal-vs-whatsapp-vs-telegram-encryption-security-comparison-2026/): Encryption security comparison of messaging apps.
- [Best Way to Share Sensitive Information Online](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/best-way-to-share-sensitive-information-online/): Guide to secure information sharing methods.
- [Offline Password Manager Safer Than Cloud](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/offline-password-manager-safer-than-cloud/): Why local-only password managers are more secure.
- [Browser-Based Password Managers Security Pros and Cons](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/browser-based-password-managers-security-pros-cons/): Analysis of browser password manager security.
- [What Makes a Password Manager Secure](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/what-makes-password-manager-secure/): Security features to look for in password managers.
- [Password Managers No Account Privacy First](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/password-managers-no-account-privacy-first/): Why no-account password managers protect privacy better.
- [Backup and Transfer Password Vault Safely](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/backup-transfer-password-vault-safely/): Secure backup methods for local password vaults.
- [Password Manager Showdown Offline vs Cloud vs Browser](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/password-manager-showdown-offline-cloud-browser/): Comparison of password manager architectures.
- [Choose the Right Password Manager for Your Use Case](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/choose-right-password-manager-use-case/): Use-case guide for selecting password managers.
- [Can a Password Manager Be Hacked? Real Risks](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/can-password-manager-be-hacked-real-risks/): Threat model analysis for password managers.
- [Encrypt Any File Type PDF Word Excel Zip](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/encrypt-any-file-type-pdf-word-excel-zip/): Guide to encrypting different file formats.
- [Encrypt Files Before Cloud Storage Upload](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/encrypt-files-before-cloud-storage-upload/): Pre-encryption strategy for cloud storage.
- [Encrypt Files Before Sending via Email](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/encrypt-files-before-sending-email/): Secure file sending without email provider access.
- [AES-256 File Encryption Explained](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/aes-256-file-encryption-explained/): Technical guide to AES-256 file encryption.
- [Client-Side File Encryption Is Safer](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/client-side-file-encryption-safer/): Why browser-based encryption beats server-side solutions.
- [Encrypt Sensitive Documents Tax Medical Legal](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/encrypt-sensitive-documents-tax-medical-legal/): Encryption guide for sensitive professional documents.
- [Decrypt and Open Password Protected Files](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/decrypt-open-password-protected-files/): Guide to decrypting AES-256 protected files.
- [File Encryption Tools Compared](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/file-encryption-tools-compared/): Comparison of browser-based file encryption tools.
- [Sign PDF Without Adobe No Upload](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/sign-pdf-without-adobe-no-upload/): Browser-based PDF signing without cloud upload.
- [Create Handwritten Digital Signature for PDF](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/create-handwritten-digital-signature-pdf/): Hand-drawn signature creation for PDFs.
- [Typed vs Handwritten Signatures Legal Guide](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/typed-vs-handwritten-signatures-legal/): Legal validity of electronic signature types.
- [Fill and Sign PDF Forms Without Adobe](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/fill-sign-pdf-forms-without-adobe/): Browser-based PDF form filling and signing.
- [Are Electronic Signatures Legal? Guide](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/are-electronic-signatures-legal-guide/): Legal framework for e-signatures by jurisdiction.
- [Sign PDFs Locally in Browser Safer Than Cloud](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/sign-pdfs-locally-browser-safer-than-cloud/): Why local PDF signing is more secure.
- [Add Scanned Signature Image to PDF](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/add-scanned-signature-image-to-pdf/): Guide to adding scanned signatures to PDFs.
- [Free DocuSign Alternatives 2026](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/free-docusign-alternatives-pdf-signing-tools-2026/): Comparison of free PDF signing tools.
- [WiFi QR Code Guests Connect Without Password](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/wifi-qr-code-guests-connect-without-password/): Create WiFi QR codes for guest network access.
- [vCard QR Code Digital Business Cards](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/vcard-qr-code-digital-business-cards/): QR code business card creation guide.
- [Convert URL to QR Code for Print Packaging](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/convert-url-to-qr-code-print-packaging/): QR code generation for marketing materials.
- [Brand QR Codes with Logos Colors and Transparency](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/brand-qr-codes-logos-colors-transparent/): Custom QR code branding guide.
- [Calendar Event QR Codes for Invitations](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/calendar-event-qr-codes-invitations-bookings/): QR code event invitation creation.
- [SMS and Email QR Codes for Marketing](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/sms-email-qr-codes-marketing-campaigns/): QR codes for marketing campaigns.
- [QR Code Error Correction and Sizing Guide](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/qr-code-error-correction-sizing-guide/): Technical guide to QR code error correction.
- [QR Code File Formats PNG SVG JPG](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/qr-code-file-formats-png-svg-jpg/): Choosing the right QR code file format.
- [Encrypted QR Codes Only the Right Person Can Read](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/encrypted-qr-codes-only-right-person-can-read/): Password-protected QR code creation.
- [Check and Verify MD5 Checksums for File Integrity](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/check-verify-md5-checksums-file-integrity/): MD5 hash verification guide.
- [Verify SHA-256 Checksums for Software Downloads](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/verify-sha256-checksums-software-downloads/): SHA-256 verification for download safety.
- [SHA-1 vs SHA-256 vs SHA-512 Which Hash Algorithm](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/sha1-vs-sha256-vs-sha512-which-hash-algorithm/): Hash algorithm comparison guide.
- [Verify File Integrity Checksums Before Opening](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/verify-file-integrity-checksums-before-opening/): File integrity checking guide.
- [Verify Linux ISO and Software Download Checksums](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/verify-linux-iso-software-download-checksums/): Checksum verification for OS installations.
- [Check File Hashes Without Command Line in Browser](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/check-file-hashes-without-command-line-browser/): Browser-based hash checking guide.
- [Can Hashes Be Reversed? Hashing vs Encryption](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/can-hashes-be-reversed-hashing-vs-encryption/): Hash function and encryption difference explained.
- [Real-World Uses of Hash Verification](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/real-world-uses-hash-verification-downloads-backups-passwords/): Practical hash verification use cases.
- [Remove EXIF Data iPhone Android Mac Windows](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/remove-exif-data-iphone-android-mac-windows/): Cross-platform EXIF removal guide.
- [Social Media Platforms Remove EXIF Data Guide](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/social-media-platforms-remove-exif-data-guide/): Which platforms strip metadata automatically.
- [Remove GPS Location Data from Photos](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/remove-gps-location-data-from-photos/): GPS metadata removal guide.
- [Remove Metadata from Different Image Formats](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/remove-metadata-different-image-formats-jpg-png-heic/): Format-specific metadata stripping.
- [Batch Remove EXIF Data from Multiple Photos](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/batch-remove-exif-data-multiple-photos/): Bulk metadata removal guide.
- [What EXIF Data Reveals About You](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/what-exif-data-reveals-about-you/): Privacy risks of embedded photo metadata.
- [Remove Hidden Metadata from Word PDF PowerPoint](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/remove-hidden-metadata-word-pdf-powerpoint/): Document metadata removal guide.
- [Can EXIF Data Be Faked or Recovered?](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/can-exif-data-be-faked-recovered-forensics/): EXIF forensics and tampering analysis.
- [Encode and Decode Text Base64 Guide](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/encode-decode-text-base64-guide/): Base64 text encoding tutorial.
- [Convert Files to Base64 Strings for Transfer](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/convert-files-to-base64-strings-transfer/): File-to-Base64 conversion guide.
- [Convert Images to Base64 Data URIs for HTML](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/convert-images-to-base64-data-uris-html/): Image Data URI creation guide.
- [Base64 in JSON REST APIs](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/base64-in-json-rest-apis/): Using Base64 in API development.
- [URL-Safe Base64 Encoding Guide](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/url-safe-base64-encoding-guide/): URL-safe Base64 variant explanation.
- [Encode and Decode Base64 Without Command Line](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/encode-decode-base64-without-command-line/): Browser-based Base64 tools guide.
- [Decode JWT Tokens Base64 by Hand](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/decode-jwt-tokens-base64-hand/): JWT token structure and decoding.
- [Base64 Is Not Encryption Security](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/base64-is-not-encryption-security/): Why Base64 is encoding not encryption.
- [UUID v1 vs v4 vs v5 Which Version](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/uuid-v1-vs-v4-vs-v5-which-version/): UUID version comparison guide.
- [Generate UUIDs in Node.js Python Java PHP C#](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/generate-uuids-nodejs-python-java-php-csharp/): Multi-language UUID generation guide.
- [UUIDs as Database Primary Keys Pros and Cons](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/uuids-as-database-primary-keys-pros-cons/): UUID database key analysis.
- [GUID vs UUID Difference That Matters](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/guid-vs-uuid-difference-matters/): GUID and UUID distinction explained.
- [Generate UUIDs in Bulk for Database Seeds and Testing](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/generate-uuids-in-bulk-for-database-seeds-testing/): Bulk UUID generation guide.
- [UUID vs NanoID vs ULID Best Format](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/uuid-vs-nanoid-vs-ulid-best-format/): ID format comparison for developers.
- [When to Use UUIDs Real World Use Cases](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/when-to-use-uuids-real-world-use-cases/): Practical UUID application guide.
- [Can Two UUIDs Ever Be the Same? Collision Probability](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/can-two-uuids-ever-be-same-collision-probability/): UUID collision probability analysis.
- [Most URL Shorteners Track You Find One That Doesn't](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/most-url-shorteners-track-you-find-one-that-doesnt/): Privacy-focused URL shortener guide.
- [Create Password Protected Short Links That Expire](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/create-password-protected-short-links-that-expire/): Expiring link creation tutorial.
- [Create Self-Destructing Links That Expire After One View](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/create-self-destructing-links-that-expire-after-one-view/): One-time link creation guide.
- [Create Custom Branded Short Links With Your Own Slug](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/create-custom-branded-short-links-with-your-own-slug/): Custom URL shortener slug guide.
- [Turn Short Links into QR Codes for Print Marketing](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/turn-short-links-into-qr-codes-for-print-marketing/): QR code short link integration.
- [GDPR-Friendly URL Shorteners No Tracking No Cookies](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/gdpr-friendly-url-shorteners-no-tracking-no-cookies/): GDPR-compliant short link guide.
- [Best Free Bitly Alternatives 2026 Privacy Focused](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/best-free-bitly-alternatives-2026-privacy-focused/): Privacy-focused Bitly alternative comparison.
- [When to Use Short Links Social Media Email SMS Print](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/when-to-use-short-links-social-media-email-sms-print/): Use-case guide for short links.
- [Send Password Securely with One-Time Self-Destructing Link](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/send-password-securely-one-time-self-destructing-link/): Secure password sharing via self-destructing links.
- [Developers Share API Keys and Tokens Without Trace](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/developers-share-api-keys-tokens-without-trace/): Secure API key sharing for developers.
- [Privnote vs OneTimeSecret vs NovelCrypt Best Service](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/privnote-vs-onetimesecret-vs-novelcrypt-best-service/): Self-destructing message service comparison.
- [10 Times a Self-Destructing Message Would Have Saved You](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/10-times-self-destructing-message-would-have-saved-you/): Use cases for self-destructing messages.
- [Are Self-Destructing Messages Actually Safe? Security Model](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/are-self-destructing-messages-actually-safe-security-model/): Security analysis of self-destructing message systems.
- [Private Messages Privacy End-to-End Encryption](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/private-messages-privacy-end-to-end-encryption/): E2EE messaging privacy guide.
- [Phishing Scam Prevention Email Security](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/phishing-scam-prevention-email-security/): Email security and phishing prevention guide.
- [Secure File Deletion Permanent Data Removal](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/secure-file-deletion-permanent-data-removal/): Secure file deletion guide.
- [Digital Legacy Planning Online Accounts After Death](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/digital-legacy-planning-online-accounts-after-death/): Digital estate planning guide.
- [Digital Privacy Why It Matters for Everyone](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/digital-privacy-why-it-matters-everyone/): Digital privacy importance guide.
- [Data Brokers Personal Information Removal Guide](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/data-brokers-personal-information-removal-guide/): Data broker opt-out guide.
- [Public WiFi Security Risks Protection Guide](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/public-wifi-security-risks-protection-guide/): Public WiFi security guide.
- [App Tracking and Behavioral Surveillance Job Search](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/app-tracking-behavioral-surveillance-job-search/): App tracking and privacy guide.
- [Share Passwords WhatsApp Email Safe?](https://novelcrypt.com/blog/share-passwords-whatsapp-email-safe/): Password sharing risk analysis for messaging apps.

## Key Facts

- All encryption uses AES-256-GCM via the Web Crypto API
- Zero-knowledge architecture: we never see your unencrypted data
- No registration or accounts required
- No tracking, no analytics on tool pages
- All tools are free
- Open standard encryption (AES-256-GCM, RSA, SHA-256/512)
- Works on any modern browser with JavaScript enabled

## Contact

- Email: hello@novelcrypt.com
- Security: security@novelcrypt.com
- Privacy Policy: https://novelcrypt.com/privacy/
- Terms: https://novelcrypt.com/terms/