lockbitchat
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28 lines
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# Security Disclaimer and Terms of Use
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SecureBit.chat is provided as open-source software for lawful private communication, research, and education. It is supplied **as is**, without warranties of any kind.
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## User responsibilities
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By using SecureBit.chat, you are responsible for:
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- complying with applicable laws and organizational policies
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- securing your devices and browser environment
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- verifying SAS codes through an out-of-band channel
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- understanding that endpoint compromise can defeat application-layer protections
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- configuring TURN correctly when relay-only privacy mode is required
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## Security limitations
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No communication system can guarantee absolute security. SecureBit.chat reduces risk through encrypted transport, mandatory peer verification, explicit file-transfer consent, local metadata protection, and lifecycle cleanup, but it cannot protect against compromised devices, malicious users with physical access, or incorrect operational practices.
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## Intended use
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SecureBit.chat is intended for legitimate private communication, journalism, research, education, business confidentiality, and personal privacy. It is not intended to facilitate unlawful activity, abuse, harassment, or harm.
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## Current release
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- Product release: `v4.8.5`
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- Protocol version: `4.1`
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- Last updated: May 17, 2026
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