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Description

ProGuard: An Open Source Optimizer for Java and Kotlin. Widely regarded as the leading optimizer for Java bytecode, ProGuard also offers a layer of defense against reverse engineering by obscuring the identities of classes, fields, and methods. By doing so, it significantly decreases the download and startup time for Android apps, enhancing their overall performance on mobile devices. Additionally, ProGuard not only obfuscates Java applications but also pre-verifies the modified code for Java Micro Edition and versions 6 and above. This tool effectively optimizes and obfuscates Java applications intended for cell phones, Blu-ray players, set-top boxes, and other resource-limited devices. Fully compatible with both Java and Kotlin, ProGuard allows developers to harness the full potential of these programming languages without compromising on performance or security. It operates primarily as a command-line tool, although a graphical user interface is available for added convenience. ProGuard is impressively efficient, capable of processing small Android applications and entire runtime libraries in just a matter of seconds, making it an essential tool for developers. Its capabilities ensure that applications remain both optimized and secure, providing a seamless experience for users.

Description

Skater .NET Obfuscator is a Windows-based application designed for .NET developers to safeguard their compiled assemblies prior to distribution. It allows users to process .NET executables and DLL files through either a graphical interface or command-line options. Depending on the chosen edition and configuration, it offers a variety of features such as renaming types and members, encrypting string constants, altering control flow, safeguarding WPF resources, linking assemblies, and managing software licensing. Developers have the ability to create and save protection profiles, which can be reused in command-line processes, including a documented step within Visual Studio builds. This tool is particularly beneficial for developers and software teams who are distributing .NET applications and wish to render their compiled code more challenging to inspect or alter. It is important to note that while obfuscation serves as a protective measure for code, it does not provide absolute security against reverse engineering attempts. Rustemsoft recognizes Skater as the previous version of Opaquer and confirms that it continues to be accessible for ongoing projects, ensuring that developers can rely on its capabilities as needed. Additionally, this ongoing support reinforces the commitment to maintaining effective tools for code protection in the evolving software landscape.

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API Access

Has API Yes 

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Integrations

Android Yes 
Azure DevOps No 
Java Yes 
Kotlin Yes 
Visual Studio No 

Integrations

Android No 
Azure DevOps Yes 
Java No 
Kotlin No 
Visual Studio Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$0.00
A free Skater edition is available. Paid standalone editions start at $79.99 for one PC as a one-time license; higher editions cost more. An evaluation download is also available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
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Online Support No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Guardsquare

Founded

2014

Country

Belgium

Website

www.guardsquare.com/en/products/proguard

Vendor Details

Company Name

Rustemsoft

Founded

2001

Country

United States

Website

rustemsoft.com/dotnet_obfuscator.html

Product Features

Application Development

Access Controls/Permissions No 
Code Assistance No 
Code Refactoring No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Compatibility Testing No 
Data Modeling No 
Debugging No 
Deployment Management No 
Graphical User Interface No 
Mobile Development No 
No-Code No 
Reporting/Analytics No 
Software Development No 
Source Control No 
Testing Management No 
Version Control No 
Web App Development No 

Static Code Analysis

Analytics / Reporting No 
Code Standardization / Validation No 
Multiple Programming Language Support No 
Provides Recommendations No 
Standard Security/Industry Libraries No 
Vulnerability Management No 

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