Security

Last updated: 10/19/2025

1. Security-First Design

TalkFolder is built with security as a fundamental principle. Our local-first architecture ensures that your sensitive documents remain secure and private.

2. Local Processing

All document processing happens entirely on your device:

  • No data transmission over the internet
  • No cloud storage or external servers
  • Complete control over your data
  • No risk of data breaches from external sources

3. Data Encryption

TalkFolder implements multiple layers of security:

  • Local file system encryption (when supported by your OS)
  • Secure memory management
  • No persistent storage of sensitive data
  • Automatic cleanup of temporary files

4. AI Model Security

Our AI models are designed for local execution:

  • No external API calls for document processing
  • Models run entirely on your hardware
  • No data leakage to third-party services
  • Consistent performance without internet dependency

5. OCR Security

Our built-in OCR system processes images locally:

  • No image uploads to external services
  • All text extraction happens on your device
  • Scanned documents remain private
  • No risk of sensitive visual data exposure

6. System Requirements

To ensure optimal security, TalkFolder requires:

  • Modern operating system with security updates
  • Adequate system resources for local processing
  • Secure file system permissions
  • Regular system maintenance and updates

7. Best Practices

To maintain security while using TalkFolder:

  • Keep your operating system updated
  • Use strong system passwords
  • Enable full-disk encryption if available
  • Regularly update TalkFolder to the latest version
  • Be cautious with document sharing outside the application

8. Security Reporting

If you discover a security vulnerability in TalkFolder, please report it to our security team through our support channels. We take security seriously and will investigate all reports promptly.

9. Contact Us

For security-related questions or concerns, please contact us through our support channels.