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fscrypt

A tool for managing Linux filesystem encryption

  • cli
  • CLI
  • SECURITY
  • STORAGE
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · May 27, 2026 description in en

Description

A command-line tool for managing native Linux filesystem encryption, including encrypted directories protected by user keys. It helps users and administrators set up per-directory encryption on supported filesystems.

Use it only after understanding key management and recovery. Losing credentials or recovery material can make encrypted data permanently inaccessible.

How to run

fscrypt

Commands: fscrypt

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