# Crypto Helper

> Fast and simple encryption tool.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dalton.cryptohelper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dalton.cryptohelper)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.dalton.cryptohelper`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Dalton H
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 68,233
- **Rating:** 4.29 / 5 (384 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.3
- **Last updated:** 2019-07-06
- **First published:** 2018-05-24
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dalton.cryptohelper)
- **Website:** [https://byteplayground.blogspot.com](https://byteplayground.blogspot.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://byteplayground.blogspot.com/p/privacy-policy-not-collecting-data.html](https://byteplayground.blogspot.com/p/privacy-policy-not-collecting-data.html)

## Description

Crypto Helper is an extremely fast and secure encryption Chrome extension designed to add a strong second layer of protection to any existing or future application. It uses algorithms similar to Vigenère and one-time pad ciphers, combined with strong key derivation techniques that leverage cryptographically secure random salts.

Key features include a frequency analysis tool for ASCII characters, an optional noise injection feature to increase cipher entropy, support for hexadecimal-encoded bytes allowing any UTF-8 characters (including accents and Cyrillic), and a random key generator. The app prioritizes privacy by not saving any sensitive data and completely erasing all secret information upon exit, ensuring your encryption keys and messages remain safe.

## Rankings

- #262,311 — Overall

## Review summary

Crypto Helper is appreciated for its ease of use, security with no permissions, and effective encryption features. However, multiple users find the app confusing at first due to insufficient tutorials or explanations, and the UI could be improved. A significant limitation is that encrypted messages seem tied to the same device, limiting cross-device decryption. Additionally, some critiques mention that the cryptographic methods used may not be robust, suggesting the app is not suitable for serious cryptography. Overall, users value the app but desire better guidance and more secure, flexible features.

### Pros

- The app is easy to use once understood, with a simple and friendly interface.
- Works as described and performs its intended functions well.
- Secure with no permissions required, which users appreciate for privacy reasons.
- Effective for secure password generation and encrypted messaging.
- Users praise the developer and express gratitude for the app's usefulness.

### Cons

- Lack of tutorials or help sections makes initial understanding difficult for new users.
- UI could be improved to enhance user experience.
- Encrypted messages cannot be decrypted on different devices easily, limiting cross-device usage.
- Some users find the app's internal workings unclear and desire better description or about pages.
- The cryptography algorithm used is proprietary, potentially insecure, and not suitable for serious cryptography.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dalton.cryptohelper)