"In an era of exponential data growth, the need for effective long-term storage solutions has never been more critical. Standard compression tools often force users into a false dichotomy: either accept fast but inefficient compression, or grapple with complex, user-unfriendly tools to achieve better results. Furthermore, as data privacy becomes paramount, generic password protection is often insufficient against determined threats.
I created KiArc to address this gap. It's built on a simple philosophy: True archival is a balance of three pillars: Compression Efficiency, Data Security, and User Experience. KiArc is my answer to the question: 'What would an archiver look like if it was designed from the ground up for the security-conscious user of today?'"
This mode is engineered for maximum data density, prioritizing the final compressed size. It is the ideal choice for long-term backups, highly redundant data (like text and source code), and minimizing cloud storage costs. This mode works harder and takes longer, but the result is a smaller, more efficient archive.
For daily use, Fast Mode is optimized for speed and responsiveness, providing excellent compression without a lengthy wait. It's perfect for emailing attachments, quick transfers, and general-purpose archiving when you need a fast and reliable way to organize files.
KiArc uses the industry standard AES-GCM authenticated cipher. This provides both confidentiality (unreadable data) and authenticity/integrity (instant detection of tampering or corruption).
KiArc turns your password into a key using Argon2id, the winner of the Password Hashing Competition. It is designed to be 'memory-hard,' making it highly resistant to brute-force attacks from GPUs and ASICs.
This proprietary feature allows you to use a personal 8x8 drawing as a secret. It provides high entropy and can be combined with a password for multi-factor security, creating a key that is virtually impossible to brute-force.
KiArc was built to provide a tool that respects your data, values your privacy, and offers unparalleled efficiency. It is fully self-contained and requires no installation.
- KingArt