/cargo-pack

Executable packer for Rust crates

Primary LanguageRust

Cargo-Pack

Cargo-Pack is a executable packer for Rust crates, designed to streamline the packaging process for any Rust crate that has a binary target. With Cargo-Pack, you can easily bundle your Rust applications, making it a valuable tool for securing and distributing your software.

Features

Cargo-Pack offers the following features to enhance your packaging workflow:

  • Binary Encryption/Obfuscation: Cargo-Pack utilizes the robust ChaCha20 encryption algorithm to protect your binary.

  • Compression: Your application's binary is compressed using the efficient Brotli stream compression algorithm, reducing its size and optimizing deployment.

  • Windows PE Support: Cargo-Pack fully supports Windows PE format, ensuring compatibility with Windows environments.

Planned Improvements

We are actively working on extending Cargo-Pack's capabilities to provide even more value. Our upcoming improvements include:

  • ELF Linux Support: We aim to add support for ELF Linux binaries, expanding the range of platforms where you can use Cargo-Pack.

  • Mac Binary Support: Enhancements are in progress to support packaging Mac binaries, making Cargo-Pack more versatile for cross-platform applications.

Installation

To use Cargo-Pack, you'll need to follow these installation steps:

  1. Clone the Cargo-Pack repository to your local machine by running the following command:

    git clone https://github.com/michaelvanstraten/cargo-pack

  2. After cloning, navigate to the repository directory.

  3. Use cargo install to install Cargo-Pack:

    cargo install --path .

Make sure that the Cargo-Pack repository remains in the same location for successful installation.

Usage

Once you've installed Cargo-Pack, you can use it in your Rust projects effortlessly. Here's a sample command to get you started:

cargo pack --target x86_64-uwp-windows-gnu

You can also use Cargo-Pack through the regular Cargo build command interface, making it seamless to integrate into your existing workflow.

Cargo-Pack simplifies the process of packaging Rust applications, providing essential security and optimization features, with plans to support a broader range of platforms in the future.