Fernet in Python: Encrypting and Decrypting Files for Beginners

Have you ever wanted to protect your sensitive files with a strong password? In this video, we're diving into the world of cryptography to build a simple, yet powerful, Python script that can encrypt and decrypt your files using the incredibly secure Fernet library!
Links: https://cryptography.io/en/latest/fernet/

This is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to understand basic file encryption in Python, grasp the concept of symmetric encryption, and create a practical tool for personal security.

What you'll learn in this tutorial:
✅How to generate and manage secure encryption keys with Fernet.
✅The step-by-step process to encrypt any file using Python.
✅How to safely decrypt your files back to their original state.

📂Completed example: https://github.com/NDCSwift/Swift-Projects/raw/main/Python-Projects/FernetExample.zip

By the end of this video, you'll have a working Python script that can secure your important documents, photos, or any other file you choose!

🔥 Download My Project Files & More! 🔥
👉 Get the source code for this project & other Swift resources here:
🔗 https://ndcswift.github.io/Swift-Projects/

⏱️Timestamps
00:00 - intro & Example
00:44 - Supported file types for encryption
01:18 - Warning about Encryption
01:37 - Starting our project
02:10 - Installing Libraries
02:53 - Creating our Fernet Key
05:33 - Load Key
06:18 - Encryption Function
08:54 - Decryption Function
10:35 - Wrap up
10:52 - Be careful with encryption