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diff --git a/src/content/docs/guides/symmetric-encrypt-decrypt.md b/src/content/docs/guides/symmetric-encrypt-decrypt.md index ef0582f..30512fa 100644 --- a/src/content/docs/guides/symmetric-encrypt-decrypt.md +++ b/src/content/docs/guides/symmetric-encrypt-decrypt.md @@ -32,43 +32,41 @@ approach is: ## ✍️ Encrypting Data Symmetrically -To encrypt text using symmetric encryption: +To encrypt text using symmetric encryption in GpgFrontend (v2.1.9 and later): -1. **Enter the Text** - - Input the plaintext (the content you want to protect). +Enable Symmetric Encryption Feature -2. **Start Encryption** - - Choose to encrypt **without selecting any public key**. +1. Go to the Settings. +2. Under the Appearance tab, check the `Sym. Encrypt` checkbox to enable symmetric encryption functionality. -3. **Set a Password** - - When prompted, enter a **strong, unique password**. - - This becomes your **encryption key**. +Access the Symmetric Encryption Button -4. **Encryption Completes** - - The text is transformed into ciphertext. - - You can now save it or share it with someone. +1. After enabling, you’ll see a dedicated `Sym. Encrypt` button on the main interface. -> 🔐 The recipient will need the **exact same password** to decrypt the message. +Enter the Text or Select a File - +- Input the plaintext you wish to protect in the text editor. +- Select a file to encrypt using the file panel. -## 🔓 Decrypting Symmetric Encrypted Data +Symmetric Encryption -To decrypt content that was encrypted symmetrically: +1. Without selecting any public key, click the `Sym. Encrypt` button. +2. When prompted, enter a strong, unique password. +3. This password becomes your encryption key. +4. The text or file will be encrypted into ciphertext. +5. You can save or share the encrypted result. -1. **Paste the Ciphertext** - - The message should begin with `-----BEGIN PGP MESSAGE-----` and end with - `-----END PGP MESSAGE-----`. +> 🔐 The recipient will need the **exact same password** to decrypt the message. -2. **Initiate Decryption** - - Choose to decrypt the message. +## 🔓 Decrypting Symmetric Encrypted Data -3. **Enter the Password** - - Input the **same password** that was used for encryption. +To decrypt content that was encrypted symmetrically: -4. **View the Plaintext** - - If the password is correct, the original message will be revealed. +1. Paste the Ciphertext: The message should begin with `-----BEGIN PGP MESSAGE-----` and end with `-----END PGP MESSAGE-----`. +2. Initiate Decryption: Choose to decrypt the message. +3. Enter the Password: Input the **same password** that was used for + encryption. +4. View the Plaintext: If the password is correct, the original message will be revealed. > 🧠 If the password is incorrect or mistyped, decryption will fail. @@ -92,17 +90,3 @@ exchange is difficult. - Consider using symmetric encryption as a supplement to public-key encryption — e.g., encrypt a file symmetrically, then encrypt the password with the recipient’s public key. - -## 🧭 Summary - -| Feature | Symmetric Encryption | -|------------------------|---------------------------------------------| -| Key type | Single shared password | -| Use case | Fast, simple encryption | -| Ideal for | Self-encryption or trusted 1-to-1 sharing | -| Sensitive to | Password leaks | -| Key management needed | ❌ No | - -Symmetric encryption is a lightweight and powerful tool — when used correctly. -Always combine it with safe password management to ensure your data stays truly -secure.
\ No newline at end of file diff --git a/src/content/docs/overview/glance.md b/src/content/docs/overview/glance.md index 2adf319..0193782 100644 --- a/src/content/docs/overview/glance.md +++ b/src/content/docs/overview/glance.md @@ -5,9 +5,9 @@ sidebar: order: 1 --- -**GpgFrontend** is a modern, cross-platform, open-source GUI for OpenPGP -encryption—easy for beginners, powerful for experts, and truly portable for -everyone who values security and flexibility. +**GpgFrontend** is a modern, cross-platform, open-source GUI for +[OpenPGP](https://www.openpgp.org/) encryption—easy for beginners, powerful for +experts, and truly portable for everyone who values security and flexibility. **Key Features:** @@ -29,7 +29,7 @@ Your support helps our community grow, allowing more people to secure their privacy easily and effectively. **Current Documentation Version:** -[v2.1.7](https://github.com/saturneric/GpgFrontend/releases/tag/v2.1.7) +[v2.1.9](https://github.com/saturneric/GpgFrontend/releases/tag/v2.1.9) ## User Interface Glimpse |