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Encryption

Encryption

Data Encryption in Transit Data Encryption at Rest Encryption Key

Cryptographic transform providing confidentiality.

Definition

Encryption is a cryptographic process that converts plaintext into ciphertext using an algorithm and a key, preventing unauthorized parties from reading the data.

In plain English Cryptographic transform providing confidentiality.

Why this matters

Why it matters: It is foundational for confidentiality in storage and communication systems.

Example

Example: Symmetric encryption (AES) combined with authenticated transport (TLS).

Apps Using Encryption

Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept

Element logo

Element

Privacy Score: 82

Element offers a privacy-conscious alternative in the messaging space, with a stronger focus on d...

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Briar logo

Briar

Privacy Score: 87

Briar offers a privacy-conscious alternative in the messaging space, with a stronger focus on dat...

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IVPN logo

IVPN

Privacy Score: 91

IVPN offers a privacy-conscious alternative in the vpn space, with a stronger focus on data prote...

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Brave Browser logo

Brave Browser

Privacy Score: 71

Brave is a Chromium fork that reduces third‑party tracking with built-in blocking, storage isolat...

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Mullvad VPN logo

Mullvad VPN

Privacy Score: 92

Mullvad VPN offers a privacy-conscious alternative in the vpn space, with a stronger focus on dat...

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Proton Mail logo

Proton Mail

Privacy Score: 88

Proton Mail offers a privacy-conscious alternative in the email space, with a stronger focus on d...

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