How we protect your files and ensure the highest level of security
At Smart Folder, security isn't just a feature—it's our foundation. We've built our entire platform with a security-first mindset, implementing industry-leading encryption and protection measures to ensure your files remain private and secure.
Our approach combines strong encryption, local processing, and transparent security practices to provide you with the highest level of protection without compromising usability.
We use military-grade AES-256 encryption to protect your files, the same standard used by governments and financial institutions worldwide.
All encryption happens locally on your device. Your files never leave your computer during the protection process.
Encryption keys are generated using cryptographically secure methods and never stored on our servers.
Advanced obfuscation techniques protect your code from reverse engineering and unauthorized access.
For those interested in the technical aspects of our security implementation, here's a detailed overview of how Smart Folder protects your files:
We use AES-256 in CBC (Cipher Block Chaining) mode with a secure initialization vector (IV) for each file. This provides the highest level of protection against brute force attacks.
Encryption keys are generated using CSPRNG (Cryptographically Secure Pseudo-Random Number Generator) to ensure unpredictability and security.
We implement HMAC-SHA256 to verify file integrity and ensure protected files haven't been tampered with.
Our launchers include runtime integrity checks and anti-debugging measures to prevent unauthorized access to protected content.
To maximize the security of your protected files, we recommend following these best practices:
If you choose to password-protect your files, use strong, unique passwords that combine uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
Use our licensing features to control who can access your protected files and for how long.
Always use the latest version of Smart Folder to benefit from security improvements and patches.
Always maintain backups of your original files in a secure location separate from your protected files.
If you're receiving protected files from someone who used Smart Folder, here are some recommendations to ensure a secure experience:
Only download protected files from trusted sources and verify the sender's identity before opening.
Always scan downloaded files with up-to-date antivirus software before opening them.
If you receive a protected file that seems suspicious, don't open it and report it to the sender and to our security team.
We take security very seriously and appreciate the community's help in keeping Smart Folder secure. If you discover a security vulnerability, please report it to us immediately.
Please email security@smartfolder.com with details about the vulnerability. Include steps to reproduce, potential impact, and any other relevant information.
We follow responsible disclosure practices and will:
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