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InstaCrypt

by nikhilsainiforprofession@gmail.com · Tools
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 18 Oct 2026

InstaCrypt: Private Client-Side Messaging Take control of your privacy with end-to-end encryption for Instagram DMs. Meta has…

Users
5
+1 in 30 days
Rating
0.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
0
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#267K
#222K among extensions
Version
1.0
updated 12 May 2026

Users

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025May 2026Aug 2026Oct 2026
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Ratings count

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About InstaCrypt

InstaCrypt: Private Client-Side Messaging Take control of your privacy with end-to-end encryption for Instagram DMs. Meta has discontinued default end-to-end encryption for Instagram, meaning your messages are stored in a readable format on their servers. InstaCrypt returns that power to you. It treats Instagram as a simple delivery pipe, ensuring that only you and your recipient hold the keys to your conversation. How it Works: InstaCrypt uses industry-standard AES-256 encryption to scramble your messages before they ever leave your browser. To Instagram’s servers, your message looks like a string of "gibberish." To your friend with the shared passcode, it’s a private conversation. Key Features: Zero-Knowledge Encryption: Your "Shared Passcode" is never sent to Instagram. Encryption and decryption happen entirely on your local device. Seamless UI Integration: A floating "Lock" icon sits right next to your message box. Type, click, and send. On-the-Fly Passcodes: Use the built-in passcode field to set unique keys for different friends. Right-click the lock to show or hide the password input. One-Click Decryption: Received an encrypted message? Click the "[Decrypt]" link that appears inside the chat bubble to reveal the original text instantly. Lightweight & Stealthy: Built to work with Instagram’s dynamic interface without slowing down your browsing experience. Instructions: 1. Open an Instagram DM. 2. Enter a secret passcode in the InstaCrypt field (Right-click the 🔒 icon to show the input). 3. Type your message and click the 🔒 icon. 4. Press Enter or click "Send." 5. Share your passcode with your friend via a secure secondary channel so they can decrypt your messages! It's my side project I just had the idea to test that encryption works or not in the future maybe we can leverage this and implement in any app.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+2+66.7%00.00
30 days+1+25.0%00.00

Version history

1 versions recorded
1.011 May 2026

Details

Category
Tools
First seen
11 May 2026
Size
60 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
itshoax.github.io
Extension ID
djaafegnepncbaeafncapakkajcnaekd

Permissions and risk

Low riskimpact 1, likelihood 2
Permissions
storage

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