Wednesday, 28 July, 2010
Wuala's Security in a Nutshell
One of the main aspects that distinguish Wuala from other services is our focus on privacy. We believe that your data is yours and should only be accessible to you.
Instant Encryption
In order to protect your privacy, Wuala encrypts your data directly on your computer before it is uploaded. This is in stark contrast to other services, which only encrypt the transmission process and not the files itself. Our encryption guarantees that your files are encrypted, not just during the upload process, but also while being stored on our servers and in the Wuala network, always keeping your files confidential.
For added security your password is never transmitted so that no one - not even the employees at Wuala or LaCie- can access your private fies. This approach clearly distinguishes us from other services, which in most cases have access to your files. Therefore, it is very important that you do not forget your password and set a password hint when signing up. If you want to know which services could technically access your data, there's a rule of thumb: If a service offers a 'password recovery' function, then their employees could technically access your data.
Selective Sharing
Though your files are encrypted, you can decide to share them with specific friends. There are three levels of sharing, each of them respecting your specific sphere of privacy:
1. Private: Wuala's encryption process ensures that only friends who are explicitly granted permission can access the files. This is the most secure option.
2. Link: Only friends who know the link can access the files directly in the web.
3. Public on the web: Anyone can access the files in the web.
With Wuala's sharing options you can decide with whom you want to share your files, giving you full control over your data.
Designed to protect
If you're interested in how Wuala manges encryption, simply have a look at our publication on Cryptree or read our technology page.
For added security your password is never transmitted so that no one - not even the employees at Wuala or LaCie- can access your private fies. This approach clearly distinguishes us from other services, which in most cases have access to your files. Therefore, it is very important that you do not forget your password and set a password hint when signing up. If you want to know which services could technically access your data, there's a rule of thumb: If a service offers a 'password recovery' function, then their employees could technically access your data.
Selective Sharing
Though your files are encrypted, you can decide to share them with specific friends. There are three levels of sharing, each of them respecting your specific sphere of privacy:
1. Private: Wuala's encryption process ensures that only friends who are explicitly granted permission can access the files. This is the most secure option.
2. Link: Only friends who know the link can access the files directly in the web.
3. Public on the web: Anyone can access the files in the web.
With Wuala's sharing options you can decide with whom you want to share your files, giving you full control over your data.
Designed to protect
If you're interested in how Wuala manges encryption, simply have a look at our publication on Cryptree or read our technology page.
