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This document provides +detailed information about our security practices, privacy measures, and how we +protect your data. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data +protection and transparency. -No. +## Data Encryption and Storage -Your files are encrypted with a key before they are uploaded to our servers. +### Can Ente see my photos and videos? +No. Your files are encrypted on your device before being uploaded to our +servers. The encryption keys are derived from your password using advanced key +derivation functions. Since only you know your password, only you can decrypt +your files. For technical details, please see our [architecture +document](https://ente.io/architecture). -These keys can be accessed only with your password. +### How is my data encrypted? +We use the following encryption algorithms: +- Encryption: `XChaCha20` and `XSalsa20` +- Authentication: Poly1305 message authentication code (MAC) +- Key derivation: Argon2id with high memory and computation parameters -Since only you know your password, only you can decrypt your files. +These algorithms are implemented using +[libsodium](https://libsodium.gitbook.io/doc/), a externally audited +cryptographic library. Our [architecture document](https://ente.io/architecture) +provides full technical specifications. -To learn more about our encryption protocol, please read about our -[architecture](https://ente.io/architecture). +### Where is my data stored? +Your encrypted data is stored redundantly across multiple providers in the EU: +- Amsterdam, Netherlands +- Paris, France +- Frankfurt, Germany -## How is my data encrypted? +We use a combination of object storage and distributed databases to ensure high +availability and durability. Our [reliability +document](https://ente.io/reliability) provides in-depth information about our +storage infrastructure and data replication strategies. -We use [libsodium](https://libsodium.gitbook.io/doc/)'s implementations -`XChaCha20` and `XSalsa20` to encrypt your data, along with `Poly1305` MAC for -authentication. +### How does Ente's encryption compare to industry standards? +Our encryption model goes beyond industry standards. While many services use +server-side encryption, we implement end-to-end encryption. This means that even +in the unlikely event of a server breach, your data remains protected. -Please refer to the document on our [architecture](https://ente.io/architecture) -for more details. +## Account Security -## Where is my data stored? +### What happens if I forget my password? +You can reset your password using your recovery key. This key is a randomly +generated string provided to you during account creation. Store it securely, as +it's your lifeline if you forget your password. If you lose both your password +and recovery key, we cannot recover your account or data due to our +zero-knowledge architecture. -Your data is replicated to multiple providers in different countries in the EU. - -Currently we have datacenters in the following locations: - -- Amsterdam, Netherlands -- Paris, France -- Frankfurt, Germany - -Much more details about our replication and reliability are documented -[here](https://ente.io/reliability). - -## What happens if I forget my password? - -You can reset your password with your recovery key. - -If you lose both your password and your recovery key, you will not be able to -decrypt your data. - -## Can I change my password? - -Yes. - -You can change your password from any of our apps. - -Thanks to our [architecture](https://ente.io/architecture), you can do so -without having to re-encrypt any of your files. +### Can I change my password? +Yes, you can change your password at any time from our apps. Our architecture +allows password changes without re-encrypting your entire library. The privacy of your account is a function of the strength of your password, please choose a strong one. -## Do you support 2FA? +### Do you support two-factor authentication (2FA)? +Yes, we recommend enabling 2FA for an additional layer of security. We support: +- Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) +- WebAuthn/FIDO2 for hardware security keys -Yes. +You can set up 2FA in the settings of our mobile or desktop apps. -You can setup two-factor authentication from the settings screen of the mobile -app or from the side bar of our desktop app. +## Sharing and Collaboration -## How does sharing work? +### How does sharing work? The information required to decrypt an album is encrypted with the recipient's public key such that only they can decrypt them. @@ -81,22 +85,31 @@ and is never sent to our servers. Please note that only users on the paid plan are allowed to share albums. The receiver just needs a free Ente account. -## Has the Ente Photos app been audited by a credible source? +## Security Audits +## Has the Ente Photos app been audited by a credible source? Yes, Ente Photos has undergone a thorough security audit conducted by Cure53, in collaboration with Symbolic Software. Cure53 is a prominent German cybersecurity firm, while Symbolic Software specializes in applied cryptography. Please find the full report here: https://ente.io/blog/cryptography-audit/ -## How can I delete my account? +## Account Management + +### How can I delete my account? You can delete your account at any time by using the "Delete account" option in the settings. For security reasons, we request you to delete your account on your own instead of contacting support to ask them to delete your account. -Note that both Ente photos and Ente auth data will be deleted when you delete +Note that both Ente Photos and Ente Auth data will be deleted when you delete your account (irrespective of which app you delete it from) since both photos and auth use the same underlying account. To know details of how your data is deleted, including when you delete your account, please see https://ente.io/blog/how-ente-deletes-data/. + +## Additional Support + +For any security or privacy questions not covered here, please contact our team +at security@ente.io. We're committed to addressing your concerns and +continuously improving our security measures.