pgpy2

pgpy2 is a Python library for working with OpenPGP. It provides tools for generating, encrypting, decrypting, signing, and verifying PGP messages. The library is designed to be a modern and user-friendly alternative to older PGP implementations in Python. It supports various OpenPGP features, including symmetric encryption, public-key encryption, digital signatures, and key management.

The primary goal of pgpy2 is to offer a robust and reliable way for developers to integrate PGP functionality into their Python applications. This can be useful for securing sensitive data, verifying the authenticity of messages, and managing cryptographic keys. The library handles the complexities of the OpenPGP standard, allowing users to focus on their application logic.

pgpy2 allows for the creation and manipulation of PGP keys, both secret and public. It supports common cryptographic algorithms used in PGP, such as RSA and ECC for key generation, and AES for symmetric encryption. The library also provides functionalities for working with PGP armored data, which is a text-based representation of PGP messages.

Key features of pgpy2 include the ability to encrypt data for one or more recipients using their public keys, and to decrypt messages using a private key. It also enables the creation of digital signatures to ensure message integrity and sender authenticity. Verification of these signatures is also a core capability. pgpy2 aims to be a comprehensive solution for OpenPGP operations within the Python ecosystem.