SimpleDiscordCrypt

Discord message encryption plugin, it gives end-to-end clientside encryption for your messages and files with automatic key exchange
What is SimpleDiscordCrypt?
SimpleDiscordCrypt is a Chrome extension designed to secure your Discord messages and files. It enables end-to-end clientside encryption for your messages, ensuring only intended recipients can read them. You can toggle encryption on or off using the lock icon added in the channel's header, select keys, and more. Use this extension to enhance your privacy while chatting on Discord.

Extension stats

By: An0
Users: 2,000+
Rating: 4.53 (19)
Version: 6.7.5.0 (Last updated: 2024-07-26)
Creation date: 2020-05-29
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • https://gitlab.com/
  • https://cdn.discordapp.com/
  • https://discord.com/
  • https://ptb.discord.com/
  • https://canary.discord.com/
Size: 52.53K

Other platforms

SimpleDiscordCrypt (v6.7.5.0)
5.00 (4) 130
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Extension summary

Encrypt your messages in the chat! This extension helps you in security and privacy by allowing you to encrypt your messages in Discord making sure that it's only you and the recipient(s) who ever read them! Works from the browser or on your computer, without BetterDiscord.

Once you open discord you will get a window to create your local database, once that's done you can toggle encryption using the lock icon added to the channel's header and you can select the key used besides that. You can access the menu by right clicking the aforementioned lock icon. DM channels have different options than group channels. For more information visit: https://gitlab.com/An0/SimpleDiscordCrypt

It is 100% open-source!

(all your data is stored locally on your computer so make sure to use the export function for backups)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works smoothly and integrates well with Discord UI
  • Adds a layer of protection for conversations
  • Allows for encryption of messages that only certain people can see
  • Great for privacy in conversations
  • Lets you use emojis without Nitro
Cons
  • No longer working for some users, with missing features
  • Sends encrypted messages as embeds, which can be bannable by Discord
  • Learning curve with no guide available
  • Settings are not obvious to find
  • Has broken functionality since January 2022
Most mentioned
  • Not working or broken for some users
  • Works well and offers good encryption features
  • Learning curve that requires more information in the app description
Recent reviews
No longer working, I don't see any lock icon, only a message to create a database.
by Anirudh Mukundan, 2023-10-17

Broken as of Jan 2022. Discord disabled direct embeds from non-bot accounts, which this extension relies on.
by Weblure (Feril), 2022-01-22

Most underrated discord accessory on the internet. Works smoothly and great integration to the Discord UI.
by Forgivings, 2021-07-29
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Extension safety

Risk impact

SimpleDiscordCrypt requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

SimpleDiscordCrypt is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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