Privacy-First Design: How We Keep Your Data Safe

In an era where personal data is the new oil, we believe your most intimate thoughts, goals, and daily experiences should remain unequivocally yours. Here's how Memoato's privacy-first architecture ensures your data stays under your control.

Our Privacy Philosophy

Privacy isn't a feature we bolt on afterward—it's the foundation upon which Memoato is built. We operate under a simple principle: Your data is yours, period.

This means:

• We can't read your personal entries
• We can't sell your data to third parties
• We can't use your information for advertising
• We can't access your data without your explicit consent

The Technical Architecture

1. End-to-End Encryption

Every piece of your data is encrypted before it leaves your device using AES-256 encryption—the same standard used by governments and banks.

How it works:

• Your device generates a unique encryption key
• All data is encrypted locally before transmission
• Only you have the key to decrypt your information
• Even Memoato servers can't read your encrypted data

2. Zero-Knowledge Architecture

We've designed our systems so that even our own employees cannot access your personal information. This isn't just a policy—it's technically impossible.

Zero-knowledge means:

• Passwords are hashed, never stored in plain text
• Encryption keys never leave your control
• Server-side processing happens on encrypted data
• Decryption only occurs on your trusted devices

3. Local-First Processing

Whenever possible, AI processing happens directly on your device:

• On-device AI models for basic categorization
• Local pattern recognition for personal insights
• Edge computing for real-time organization
• Minimal server communication only when necessary

Data Minimization Principles

We Only Collect What's Necessary

• Personal entries: Encrypted and under your control
• Usage analytics: Anonymized and aggregated only
• Error logs: Scrubbed of personal information
• No tracking pixels or hidden data collection

Automatic Data Expiration

• Session tokens expire automatically
• Temporary processing data is immediately purged
• Log files are automatically deleted after 30 days
• Backup data follows your retention preferences

Compliance and Standards

GDPR Compliance

We exceed GDPR requirements:

• Right to access: Export your data anytime
• Right to rectification: Edit or correct your information
• Right to erasure: Complete account and data deletion
• Data portability: Take your data to any platform

SOC 2 Type II Certification

Our infrastructure undergoes regular third-party security audits to ensure:

• Security controls are properly implemented
• Availability meets enterprise standards
• Processing integrity maintains data accuracy
• Confidentiality protects sensitive information

Real-World Privacy Features

Selective Sync

Choose exactly what syncs across devices:

• Keep sensitive entries device-only
• Sync work-related content to work devices
• Share specific categories with family
• Maintain complete local-only journals

Emergency Privacy

• Panic button: Instantly lock or wipe data
• Duress codes: Different passwords for different access levels
• Automatic logout: Security timeouts for shared devices
• Secure deletion: Cryptographic wiping of sensitive data

The Business Case for Privacy

Our privacy-first approach enables a sustainable business model where we make money from users, not data. Privacy attracts quality users and builds lasting customer relationships based on trust.

Your Role in Privacy

While we handle the technical infrastructure, you play a crucial role:

• Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication
• Review privacy settings regularly
• Keep apps updated for latest security features
• Report concerns if something seems wrong

Your privacy is not just our commitment—it's our competitive advantage, our ethical foundation, and our technical achievement. In a world where data breaches make headlines daily, we're building a different future: one where powerful AI serves you without compromising your privacy.

Because the most intelligent system is one that respects the intelligence of its users.