Best Practices for Using AES Encrypt
Discover AES Encrypt best practices. Learn pro tips, common mistakes to avoid, and expert advice for getting the most out of this free online tool.
What Is AES Encrypt?
Encrypt and decrypt text using AES-256-GCM with a password-based key.
Key Features of AES Encrypt
AES-256-GCM: Industry-standard authenticated encryption with 256-bit keys in Galois/Counter mode.
Password-Based Key: Your password is converted to a 256-bit key using PBKDF2 with a random salt.
Authenticated Encryption: GCM mode provides both confidentiality and integrity verification.
Local Only: All encryption happens in your browser using the Web Crypto API — nothing is sent to any server.
Best Practices for AES Encrypt
Follow these best practices to get optimal results:
Use a strong password: AES-256-GCM is only as secure as your password. Use a long, random password or passphrase. This tool uses PBKDF2 with 600,000 iterations.
Keep the IV with the ciphertext: The initialization vector (IV) is required for decryption but does not need to be secret. Store it alongside the encrypted data.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
When using AES Encrypt, watch out for these common pitfalls:
Related Tools to Use with AES Encrypt
AES Encrypt works great alongside these related tools:
Frequently Asked Questions
What encryption algorithm is used?▼
AES-256-GCM (Advanced Encryption Standard with 256-bit key in Galois/Counter mode).
How is the encryption key derived?▼
Your password is combined with a random salt using PBKDF2 with 600,000 iterations.
Is my data sent to a server?▼
No. All encryption and decryption happens entirely in your browser using the Web Crypto API.
Can I decrypt with other tools?▼
Yes, AES-256-GCM is a standard — any compliant tool with the same password and IV can decrypt.