Master Voyager Home Edition 3.31

Release notes for this USB encryption utility

Historical Reference

This page documents a historical software release. Master Voyager Home Edition is no longer actively developed. This information is provided for reference purposes only.

About Master Voyager Home Edition

Master Voyager Home Edition was a Windows utility for encrypting USB flash drives and removable storage with on-the-fly encryption. It allowed users to create encrypted volumes on portable media that could be accessed on multiple Windows computers.

Version 3.31 Release Summary

Version 3.31 represented an early step in Windows Vista compatibility. Reported improvements include:

  • Windows Vista support: Initial compatibility with Windows Vista (32-bit and 64-bit editions)
  • Interface refinements: Updated dialogs and icons to better match Vista visual style
  • Password policy enhancements: Added options for minimum password length and complexity requirements
  • USB controller compatibility: Addressed issues with certain USB 2.0 controllers that caused intermittent mount failures
  • Performance tuning: Optimized encryption/decryption routines for improved throughput on modern systems

System Requirements (Circa Release)

  • Windows XP SP2 or later, Windows Vista (32-bit or 64-bit)
  • 512 MB RAM minimum (1 GB recommended)
  • USB 2.0 port (USB 1.1 supported but slower)
  • Administrative privileges required for installation and driver loading

Known Issues (Historical)

Users reported occasional compatibility problems with:

  • Certain third-party USB hub chipsets
  • Systems with aggressive power management settings causing unexpected dismounts
  • Conflicts with other encryption software running simultaneously

Many of these issues were addressed in subsequent releases (3.32, 3.35).

Safety Notes

Download and Usage Warning

Master Voyager Home Edition is no longer supported or updated. If you must use it:
  • Only download from sources you trust
  • Verify file integrity with checksums if available
  • Scan with multiple antivirus engines before installation
  • Test on isolated systems before deploying on production machines
  • Consider migrating to modern alternatives like VeraCrypt or BitLocker To Go

Modern Alternatives

For current USB encryption needs, these actively maintained tools offer better security and compatibility: