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Zero‑Knowledge Encryption

Encryption

You hold the keys, not the company.

Definition

Zero‑knowledge encryption means your data is encrypted in a way that the service provider can’t decrypt it because only you control the keys.

In plain English You hold the keys, not the company.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Even if the provider is hacked or pressured, your content is harder to access.

Example

Example: Encrypting files on your device before uploading to cloud storage.