How to use: AES Encrypt
AES Encrypt is a free online Cryptography Tools tool that password-based AES-GCM/CBC encryption using the Web Crypto API instantly in your browser. Paste your data, adjust the options and get the result in real time — no installation, no sign-up, and nothing is ever uploaded to a server.
Description
Password-based AES-GCM/CBC encryption using the Web Crypto API.
- Cryptography Tools
- Because everything is computed client-side, AES Encrypt is safe to use with sensitive data such as API keys, tokens or private logs.
How to use
Using AES Encrypt takes three steps:
- Paste your data into the input box (or load the example).
- Configure the options to match your target format or scenario.
- Copy, download or inspect the output — it updates live as you type.
Run
Examples
Password-based AES-256-GCM (PBKDF2, 150 000 iterations, SHA-256). Output is Base64 of salt ‖ IV ‖ ciphertext. The demo passphrase is used only to produce this sample; the live page starts with the field empty.
Input
Top secret message
Output
XxxazU/66qEGKG9Hz+aMVI01Pco/lku6DB67gVpM2N+eJo/ERwszzYgCL+Itdhg6bjiKfpSBz5r9IXjxxE8=
This output was produced by actually running the tool, not written by hand.
Use cases
Common situations where AES Encrypt helps:
- Password-based AES-GCM/CBC encryption using the Web Crypto API.
Parameters
This tool has no options — it works on the input alone.
FAQ
What is AES Encrypt?
AES Encrypt password-based AES-GCM/CBC encryption using the Web Crypto API. It runs entirely in your browser, so your data stays private.
Is AES Encrypt free to use?
Yes. AES Encrypt is free, unlimited and works without registration or installation.
Does my data get uploaded?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser; nothing is sent to any server.
Good to know
- Everything runs client-side, so extremely large inputs are limited by your browser tab’s memory rather than by a server upload limit.