Easy to use PGP encryption and decryption.

Latest Version

Version
1.1
Update
July 9, 2020
Size
193KiB
Developer
Category
Users
768
Rating
4.16667 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
Storage
Downloads
ContextMenus
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Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption Extension

Local PGP Browser support

Website: https://github.com/x0th/Local-PGP
The extension uses OpenPGP.js (https://openpgpjs.org/) for everything associated with cryptography.
Note: The extension's security is limited by it being local and browser-operated. Always keep a backup of stored keys somewhere secure.


Features

The extension allows you to encrypt and decrypt messages with PGP in-browser as opposed to by using a mailing client.
You can store your PGP keys directly in-browser for the purpose of decryption.
If you do not have PGP keys, you can generate them in the extension. Remember to also store them elsewhere for backup.
You can keep an 'address book' of known public keys for encryption purposes.
Want to decrypt a message fast? After selecting an encrypted PGP message, right-click anywhere on the page and choose Decrypt to decrypt instantly! Feature customizable in settings.
Don't like such information being stored in a browser? You can tweak storage settings in the extension options.
Want to export your key databases? You can download them in a comfortable .json format.


Navigation

Want to store/generate your PGP keys?
Navigate to My Keys -> Enter Existing or My Keys -> Generate new accordingly.

Want to view/delete your credentials?
Once your credentials are stored, you can navigate to My Keys -> Show my info or My Keys -> Delete my info.

Ready to decrypt?
After you have entered/generated your PGP keys, you can decrypt any message that was encrypted using your public key in the Decrypt tab.

Want to encrypt a message?
Just store a public key that was given to you by going to Encrypt -> Add. After you have stored a key that way, you are ready to encrypt! Just choose a key from the list in the Encrypt tab. You can also view your 'address book' in the View Stored Keys found in the Encrypt -> Add tab.

Searching for options?
You can find them in *My Keys -> Options*. There, you can enable/disable storage of your PGP keys and 'adress book' during every session.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption", "version": "1.1", "description": "Easy to use PGP encryption and decryption.", "permissions": ["storage", "downloads", "contextMenus", "notifications"], "background": { "scripts": ["background.js"], "persistent": false }, "browser_action": { "default_popup": "popup/popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "icons/icon_16.png", "32": "icons/icon_32.png", "48": "icons/icon_48.png", "128": "icons/icon_128.png" } }, "options_ui": { "page": "options/options.html", "open_in_tab": false }, "icons": { "16": "icons/icon_16.png", "32": "icons/icon_32.png", "48": "icons/icon_48.png", "128": "icons/icon_128.png" }, "manifest_version": 2}
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How to download and manually install Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension file

Select and download the Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Local PGP - Browser Encryption and Decryption extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Ivan P (ID: 00000015b009ff88) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 09/24/2022 Wanted to add existing key, while copy-pasting the popup would disappear every time, ofcourse. Had to inspect the popup to keep it open the whole time.

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Florian Rücker (ID: 000000842e4c68ef) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 06/25/2021 Tried once. Added partner's public key, tried to encrypt, app didn't do anything after button click. Buggy. Wasted time.

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T T (ID: 00000005ad3a8825) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/02/2021 Nice extension and clear description. Five stars.

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gog ttt (ID: 0000002e50a1bbe7) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/11/2020 Intuitive and easy to use. That's what I was looking for.

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tamik (ID: 000000a45410427c) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 07/07/2020 Good. It works.