Q&A - FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
What is TSCR?
Which encryption mode should I use?
What is a temporary key?
A temporary key is a separate working key that can be used instead of the main key for isolated scenarios, exchange, or special operations.
What is Secret Vault?
What does Secret Generator do?
Secret Generator creates passwords, passphrases, PIN codes, tokens, API keys, UUID values, Wi-Fi passwords, usernames, test cards, and short secure phrases, together with an estimate of their strength. It can also be opened with Alt+G.
Can TSCR encrypt folders?
What are Hash, Zip, and UnZip used fo?
Hash calculates a file checksum/hash for integrity verification. Zip creates a ZIP archive of a file or folder, and UnZip extracts a ZIP archive. For a folder hash, first create a ZIP and then calculate the hash of the resulting ZIP file.
What is LangMIX?
Is Vault export safe?
Export can be useful for migration and backup, but an unencrypted export file must be treated as sensitive data. Delete it or protect it additionally after use.
What should I do if I forget the key?
How do I change the application language?
Open the Language tab, select the desired language, and confirm the selection. When AI functionality is available, you can also start generation of a new language.
Is generating a new application language charged separately?
How can I quickly show or hide TSCR?
On Windows, use F9 or Ctrl+F9. On Linux/KDE/Wayland, use F9 or Alt+F9 when the shortcuts are available and registered. The TSCR tray menu is always available as an alternative.
Which activation mode should I choose?
Can licenses be stacked or added one after another?
No. TSCR licenses do not stack. A new time-based license starts only when you successfully activate it.
Does a license start on the purchase date?
Is Vault export safe?
Yes. An active unpaid purchase displays a QR code. Scan it with your phone to open the same checkout and complete payment.
Does the QR code create a new purchase?
What if I selected the wrong plan?
If the purchase has not been paid, click Cancel purchase. After cancellation, you can select another plan and start a new purchase.
What is a Purchase ID?
How do offline purchase and activation work?
TSCR creates a checkout link and QR code on the offline device. Open them on an online device, complete the purchase, then enter the license code and offline token sent to the same email address into TSCR on the offline device.
Where can I read the rules for use, purchase, and privacy?
Does a donation replace a license purchase?
No. A donation is voluntary support for TSCR development and is not a license purchase, extension, or activation.
What is Demo mode?
Where can I see application status?
Status is displayed in the status bar, the relevant tab, and the Logs tab.