# Getting started # Introduction to SendCrypt SendCrypt, a desktop application developed by SIB - Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics, empowers users to securely transmit sensitive data. Seamlessly blending user-friendly design with cutting-edge features like GPG encryption and SFTP transfer, SendCrypt ensures robust data protection. ![](https://clinbiokb.sib.swiss/api/files.get?sig=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJrZXkiOiJ1cGxvYWRzLzEyNzQ1MDFhLWRiM2MtNDkwMS05ZGVhLTZiYzMwMmVhNTBjYy83MjA4ZTk5My02ZGZkLTQ4NWMtOTFiZi1iZTkxYTc2MDU4M2EvU2NyZWVuc2hvdCAyMDI0LTAyLTE0IGF0IDEyLjI4LjAwLnBuZyIsInR5cGUiOiJhdHRhY2htZW50IiwiaWF0IjoxNzkwODIwOTAwLCJleHAiOjE3OTA5MDczMDB9.LRrxh7U4ZcLDvlg-h_BsT18Jh7wPIsfBCfbsSNXOzPg)With SendCrypt, you can: * Encrypt sensitive data using OpenPGP * Sign metadata files with OpenPGP * Transfer data securely via SFTP * Generate PGP keys * Generate SSH keys The best part? All of these functionalities are fully integrated within SendCrypt, making it entirely independent of external dependencies. SendCrypt serves as a viable alternative to [sett](https://sett.readthedocs.io/en/latest/overview.html) if your project or use case doesn't necessitate data transfer within the SPHN BioMedIT network. ## Get started SendCrypt is available for Mac, Windows, and Linux and can be downloaded from the website: . ## Account You can use SendCrypt without an account, or you can [create an account for free](https://sendcrypt.sib.swiss/register) to get access to the full functionalities of the application. Even with an account, SendCrypt do not transmit any sensitive data such as GPG keys, SSH keys and any password/passphrase. You remain the full owner of your data. # Install SendCrypt SendCrypt is available on Mac, Windows and Linux. If you haven’t already downloaded SendCrypt, visit: ## Mac Get SendCrypt on macOS [here](https://sendcrypt.sib.swiss/download). Once downloaded, double-click on the disk image. When prompted, drag SendCrypt to your Applications folder. ![](https://clinbiokb.sib.swiss/api/files.get?sig=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJrZXkiOiJ1cGxvYWRzLzEyNzQ1MDFhLWRiM2MtNDkwMS05ZGVhLTZiYzMwMmVhNTBjYy81ZTI1MTU5Zi1jNGJlLTQ2YjQtODI1ZS1lMDI4MGQwZGU4OTQvU2NyZWVuc2hvdCAyMDI0LTAyLTE0IGF0IDEzLjE1LjE3LnBuZyIsInR5cGUiOiJhdHRhY2htZW50IiwiaWF0IjoxNzkwODIwOTAwLCJleHAiOjE3OTA5MDczMDB9.GvB-E_q_7ri2W_08UDUxGo8uKTmMjQ0KhGbpSCd5pmU)Once installed, you are ready to configure SendCrypt. ## Windows The Windows application is a generic installer `.exe`. Doublick the installer file to install SendCrypt in your existing filesystem. This option is recommanded, as it will enable automatic app updates. :::info After double clicking on the `.exe` installer, you will not be prompted with any dialog as the installation process is fully automated. Once installed, the application will automatically start and you will be ready to use it. ::: :::warning After the installation, do not use the `.exe` installer to start the application but the shortcut on your desktop. The installer should only be used to install the application. ::: ### Uninstall on Windows To uninstall SendCrypt from a Windows computer, go to the settings menu on Windows and select **Apps**. From the **Add/Remove Programs** section, click on the app and select to uninstall. ## Linux Get SendCrypt on Linux [here](https://sendcrypt.sib.swiss/download). --- **Documents** - [Getting started](https://clinbiokb.sib.swiss/s/sendcrypt/doc/getting-started-7uRWXFnHx7) - [Configure SendCrypt](https://clinbiokb.sib.swiss/s/sendcrypt/doc/configure-sendcrypt-1dhTXiOj5T) - [Send your first batch of data](https://clinbiokb.sib.swiss/s/sendcrypt/doc/send-your-first-batch-of-data-DC1mIePn6f) - [SendCrypt CLI](https://clinbiokb.sib.swiss/s/sendcrypt/doc/sendcrypt-cli-MNIRTX3KqL) - [Troubleshooting](https://clinbiokb.sib.swiss/s/sendcrypt/doc/troubleshooting-chx1lUHStZ)