[docs] Mark the desktop custom server option as released (#2439)

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title: Security and Privacy FAQ
description: Comprehensive information about security and privacy measures in Ente Photos
description:
Comprehensive information about security and privacy measures in Ente Photos
---
# Security and Privacy FAQ
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## Data Encryption and Storage
### 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).
your files. For technical details, please see our
[architecture document](https://ente.io/architecture).
### 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
- Encryption: `XChaCha20` and `XSalsa20`
- Authentication: Poly1305 message authentication code (MAC)
- Key derivation: Argon2id with high memory and computation parameters
These algorithms are implemented using
[libsodium](https://libsodium.gitbook.io/doc/), a externally audited
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provides full technical specifications.
### Where is my data stored?
Your encrypted data is stored redundantly across multiple providers in the EU:
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Paris, France
- Frankfurt, Germany
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Paris, France
- Frankfurt, Germany
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.
availability and durability. Our
[reliability document](https://ente.io/reliability) provides in-depth
information about our storage infrastructure and data replication strategies.
### 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.
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## Account Security
### 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
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zero-knowledge architecture.
### 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.
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please choose a strong one.
### 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
- Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP)
- WebAuthn/FIDO2 for hardware security keys
You can set up 2FA in the settings of our mobile or desktop apps.
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## 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

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This works on both the desktop app and web app (if you deploy on your own).
> [!CAUTION]
>
> This setting is currently available in the nightly builds of the desktop app.
> It'll be available in the regular builds with the upcoming release (1.7.2).
To make it easier to identify when a custom server is being used, app will
thereafter show the endpoint in use (if not Ente's production server) at the
bottom of the login prompt: