Product Introduction

1. DataSafe is a Windows application that enables instant creation of AES-encrypted messages and files using a keyboard hotkey. It converts clipboard content or selected files into one-time access links with automatic deletion after first view, requiring no user accounts or personal data. The tool operates locally to encrypt data before transmission, ensuring end-to-end security without storing decryption keys on its servers.
2. The product eliminates insecure sharing of sensitive information through email by providing military-grade encryption and ephemeral data storage. It prioritizes user privacy through a zero-access architecture where even the service provider cannot view encrypted content. This solution is designed for professionals and businesses needing rapid, untraceable sharing of confidential data without third-party dependencies.

Main Features

1. DataSafe uses AES-128-CBC encryption with client-side key generation, ensuring data is encrypted before leaving the user’s device. The encryption process incorporates a randomly generated initialization vector (IV) and key, both created locally without server involvement. Encrypted content and IV are transmitted separately from the decryption key, which is shared exclusively with the recipient.
2. The platform provides self-destructing links that automatically delete encrypted data after first access or predefined expiration periods (24/72 hours). Server-stored content remains encrypted and is permanently erased without backups, preventing long-term exposure. Users can trigger this process instantly via a configurable hotkey for clipboard content or file selection.
3. Pro version offers self-hosting capabilities, allowing organizations to deploy the system on private servers with custom domains and branded interfaces. Advanced features include adjustable expiration timelines, file upload support, and administrative dashboards for usage analytics. Enterprise users can audit the encryption logic and maintain full control over data storage infrastructure.

Problems Solved

1. DataSafe addresses the insecurity of transmitting sensitive data through email, which lacks encryption and exposes information to interception or unauthorized access. Traditional methods leave messages vulnerable in transit and stored indefinitely in inboxes, creating long-term security risks. The tool ensures encrypted, ephemeral communication that bypasses email servers entirely.
2. The product serves businesses handling financial records, legal documents, or healthcare data requiring GDPR-compliant sharing. It is equally valuable for IT professionals sharing credentials and individuals transmitting personal identification information. Teams needing rapid internal communication of confidential updates benefit from its one-click workflow.
3. Typical scenarios include securely sharing API keys with developers, sending contract drafts to clients, or transmitting medical reports between practitioners. Users replace risky email attachments with encrypted links for customer data submissions, internal audit results, or proprietary research materials.

Unique Advantages

1. Unlike email-based encryption tools, DataSafe requires no recipient accounts or software installations, using standard browsers for decryption. Competitors like encrypted email services retain message copies and decryption keys, while DataSafe’s zero-knowledge architecture ensures mathematical privacy. The hotkey-driven workflow outperforms manual encryption tools requiring file uploads or configuration steps.
2. The product innovates with client-side IV/key generation and automatic link/key separation, preventing server-side exposure risks. Pro version’s self-hosting option provides unique customization unavailable in consumer-focused alternatives like WeTransfer Secure or Firefox Send. Military-grade encryption is applied before network transmission, unlike cloud storage solutions that encrypt data post-upload.
3. Competitive advantages include sub-5-second encryption cycles, compliance with strict data sovereignty laws through EU-based storage, and elimination of metadata tracking. The free version offers full functionality for individual users, while enterprise features enable complete infrastructure control without subscription dependencies.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Where is my encrypted data stored? Encrypted content is temporarily stored on secure servers in Lithuania (EU) with automatic deletion after first access or expiration. The servers never receive decryption keys, and all data remains encrypted using AES-128 during storage. Physical and network security measures comply with EU data protection regulations.
2. Can DataSafe read my messages or files? No, the encryption key is generated and retained exclusively on the user’s device, making decryption impossible without recipient collaboration. The server only processes encrypted blobs containing randomized data, which cannot be reversed without the client-held key. This zero-access architecture ensures mathematical privacy.
3. What happens if the recipient never opens the link? Unopened messages are automatically deleted after 24 hours (default) or custom expiration periods set in the Pro version. The system performs scheduled cleanups of expired data, ensuring no persistent storage. Users receive no notifications about link access status to maintain recipient privacy.
4. Is DataSafe open source or auditable? The encryption logic is available for audit by enterprise clients, though the core application is not open source. Pro version users can inspect self-hosted server components for compliance verification. Independent security firms have validated the AES implementation and key generation processes.
5. What encryption standard is used? DataSafe employs AES-128-CBC with 256-bit keys, generating 16-byte initialization vectors for each encryption operation. The combination meets NIST recommendations for commercial-grade security, with all cryptographic operations performed by battle-tested libraries like OpenSSL. Key derivation follows RFC 2898 guidelines for password-based encryption.