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cryptography

Python library for cryptographic primitives and recipes.

Status
Generally available
Last checked
Checked · Oct 15, 2026
License
Open source
Pricing
Free tier · from $0
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What it is

Cryptography is a Python library that provides cryptographic recipes and primitives. It aims to be simple and easy to use, while also providing high-level security features.

Cryptography stands out by offering a comprehensive set of cryptographic tools in Python that are both secure and user-friendly.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

A good fit for

  • Developers needing to implement encryption and decryption in Python applications

  • Projects requiring secure handling of sensitive information

  • Teams building cryptographic systems that need a well-supported library

Look elsewhere if

  • Applications where performance is the primary concern, as cryptography may introduce overhead

  • Use cases requiring non-Python environments without support for this library

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

  1. 01

    Limited support for non-Python environments

    Primary language is Python, with limited official support for other languages

  2. 02

    Complex setup for advanced cryptographic features

    Advanced usage requires deep understanding of cryptography concepts and library specifics

What it does well

  • Provides cryptographic recipes and primitives

  • Easy to use with high-level security features

  • Supports a wide range of cryptographic algorithms

Pricing

Free tier
YesOpen source — free to use
Paid from
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise plan
No

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