Security
Privacy-first architecture designed for security-conscious developers
Local Processing Architecture
Zero Data Transmission
Silent Scribe's core principle is that your content never leaves your machine. All text analysis, grammar checking, and writing assistance happens locally on your device.
What This Means for Security
- No Network Transmission: Your documents, code, API keys, and sensitive content never travel over the internet
- No Cloud Storage: We don't store, cache, or temporarily hold your content on any servers
- No Third-Party Access: No external services can access your text or writing
- Enterprise Safe: Suitable for organizations with strict data security requirements
- Offline Operation: Works without internet connectivity, eliminating network-based attack vectors
Technical Implementation
- Local NLP Engine: Advanced natural language processing runs entirely on your CPU
- Embedded Models: All AI models and rule sets are bundled with the software installation
- Memory-Only Processing: Text analysis happens in RAM and is never written to disk
- Process Isolation: Silent Scribe runs in its own secure process space
Software Security Measures
Code Signing and Distribution
- Digital Signatures: All releases are cryptographically signed for authenticity verification
- Secure Distribution: Software distributed through official channels with checksum verification
- Update Integrity: Automatic updates use secure channels with signature verification
- Tamper Detection: Built-in mechanisms to detect unauthorized modifications
Runtime Security
- Sandboxed Execution: Runs with minimal system permissions and restricted file access
- Memory Protection: Uses modern memory safety techniques to prevent buffer overflows
- Input Sanitization: All user input is validated and sanitized before processing
- Secure Defaults: Conservative security settings enabled by default
Development Security Practices
- Security Code Reviews: All code changes undergo security-focused review
- Automated Security Testing: Continuous security testing in CI/CD pipeline
- Dependency Scanning: Regular audits of third-party libraries for vulnerabilities
- Penetration Testing: Regular security assessments by independent security experts
Data Protection and Privacy
What We Don't Collect
Your Writing Content
- • Document text, code snippets, or any content you're editing
- • API keys, passwords, or sensitive strings in your documents
- • File names, directory structures, or project information
- • Grammar corrections, suggestions, or writing patterns
- • Custom terminology or style guide configurations
Minimal Website Data Collection
Our website collects only essential information:
- Beta Signup Data: Email address and optional development context (stored encrypted)
- Anonymous Analytics: Aggregated usage patterns via privacy-focused Plausible Analytics
- No Tracking: No cookies, pixels, or cross-site tracking mechanisms
- No Behavioral Profiling: We don't build profiles or track individual users
Data Storage Security
- Encryption at Rest: All stored data encrypted with industry-standard AES-256
- Encryption in Transit: HTTPS/TLS 1.3 for all web communications
- Access Controls: Strict role-based access to any stored information
- Data Minimization: We collect and retain only what's absolutely necessary
- Regular Deletion: Automatic cleanup of temporary data and logs
Compliance and Industry Standards
Privacy Regulations
GDPR Compliant
European Union General Data Protection Regulation compliance through privacy-by-design architecture.
CCPA Compliant
California Consumer Privacy Act compliance with transparent data practices and user rights.
PIPEDA Aligned
Canadian Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act alignment.
SOC 2 Ready
Architecture designed to meet SOC 2 Type II security and availability criteria.
Security Frameworks
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework: Following NIST guidelines for security practices
- OWASP Standards: Application security based on OWASP Top 10 and guidelines
- ISO 27001 Principles: Information security management aligned with international standards
- Zero Trust Architecture: Never trust, always verify approach to security
Vulnerability Management and Response
Security Monitoring
- Automated Scanning: Continuous vulnerability scanning of our infrastructure and code
- Dependency Monitoring: Real-time alerts for security vulnerabilities in third-party libraries
- Security Advisories: Monitoring of security bulletins and threat intelligence
- Proactive Updates: Rapid patching and updates for identified security issues
Incident Response
Security Issue Reporting
If you discover a security vulnerability, please report it responsibly:
- • Email: security@silentscribe.dev
- • Response time: Within 2 hours for critical issues
- • Coordinated disclosure process
- • Recognition for responsible disclosure
Response Timeline
Critical Issues:2-hour acknowledgment, 24-hour patch
High Severity:24-hour acknowledgment, 72-hour patch
Medium/Low:48-hour acknowledgment, next release cycle
Enterprise Security Features
Deployment Options
Air-Gapped Environments
Fully offline deployment for high-security environments with no network connectivity.
Corporate Networks
Deployment within corporate firewalls with centralized management and policy enforcement.
BYOD Compatibility
Secure operation on personal devices while maintaining corporate data protection.
VDI Integration
Compatible with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure and remote development environments.
Management and Auditing
- Centralized Configuration: Enterprise policy management and deployment
- Audit Logging: Comprehensive logs for security monitoring and compliance
- Usage Analytics: Privacy-respecting insights into tool adoption and usage patterns
- Integration APIs: Secure integration with enterprise security and monitoring systems
Security Contact and Resources
Security Team Contact
Security Issues:security@silentscribe.dev
Security Questions:Same contact for general security inquiries
Enterprise Security:enterprise@silentscribe.dev
PGP Key:Available on request for sensitive communications
Security Documentation
- Privacy Policy - Comprehensive data handling practices
- Terms of Service - Legal framework and user responsibilities
- Security Whitepaper: Detailed technical security architecture (available to enterprise customers)
- Compliance Reports: Available upon request for qualified organizations
Security is a Journey: We continuously improve our security posture and welcome feedback from the security community. Our commitment to security is ongoing and evolving with emerging threats and best practices.