Question 1

Can anyone read my message before the recipient?

Accepted Answer

The server stores ciphertext only. The decryption key is generated in the browser and kept in the URL fragment, which browsers do not send to the server.

Question 2

What happens to the message after it's read?

Accepted Answer

The server marks the message as consumed after the configured view limit is reached and schedules the encrypted row for deletion.

Question 3

Is this tool safer than email?

Accepted Answer

It avoids permanent plaintext copies in inboxes. You still need to share the generated link carefully because the full link contains the decryption key.

Question 4

Can you recover a deleted message?

Accepted Answer

No. Deleted encrypted rows and missing URL fragment keys cannot be recovered.

Question 5

How is this different from Privnote?

Accepted Answer

It adds QR downloads, small-team view limits, anonymous replies, and explicit browser-side encryption details.

Question 6

Do you store any data about me?

Accepted Answer

No account is required. The server stores encrypted message data and selected options such as expiry, view limit, and notification email when provided.

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