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Client‑Side Encryption
Encryption
Encrypting data on your device before it’s uploaded.
Definition
Client‑side encryption means your phone or computer encrypts data before sending it to a server, so the server stores ciphertext.
In plain English
Encrypting data on your device before it’s uploaded.
Why this matters
Why it matters: It can reduce what the provider can read, leak, or share.
Example
Example: Your files are encrypted locally before they go to cloud storage.