What Is a Zero-Knowledge Service?
Zero-knowledge means the service encrypts your data in a way that only you can decrypt, so the company cannot read it.
How it works
Encryption keys are derived from your password on your device and never sent to the provider.
Benefits
- Protects you if the provider is breached or compelled to hand over data.
- Reduces the need to trust the company.
Trade-offs
If you forget your password, the company cannot recover your data, and some features like search may be limited.
Key takeaway: Zero-knowledge improves privacy, but you carry the responsibility for your password and recovery.
