Privacy & Security
Military-Grade Protection for Your Final Messages
Last Updated: August 20, 2025
Your Privacy is Our Foundation
A Final Message operates on a zero-trust security model with military-grade encryption. Your final messages are protected by the same 256-bit AES encryption standards used by government agencies and financial institutions worldwide. We maintain complete privacy: no data sharing, no tracking, no backdoors, and no exceptions.
1. Enterprise-Grade Encryption Architecture
256-Bit AES Encryption
All messages are encrypted using Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) with 256-bit keys—the gold standard in cryptographic security. This encryption would take billions of years to break with current computing technology.
End-to-End Encryption
Messages are encrypted on your device before transmission and remain encrypted until delivery to recipients.
Zero-Access Architecture
Even our administrators cannot access your encrypted messages. Only you and your recipients hold the decryption keys.
Transport Layer Security
All data transmission uses TLS 1.3 with perfect forward secrecy, ensuring intercepted data remains unreadable.
Encryption Implementation Details
- Algorithm: AES-256-GCM with authenticated encryption
- Key Derivation: PBKDF2 with SHA-256 and 100,000 iterations
- Random Number Generation: Cryptographically secure pseudorandom number generator (CSPRNG)
- Key Storage: Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) for master key protection
- Key Rotation: Automatic key rotation every 90 days
2. Comprehensive Data Protection
What We Collect (Minimal Data Principle)
We adhere to data minimization principles, collecting only what's absolutely necessary:
- Contact Information: Phone number and email (for check-ins and delivery)
- Message Content: Your encrypted final messages
- Recipient Details: Names and contact information for message delivery
- Service Data: Check-in responses and delivery confirmations
- Technical Logs: Security monitoring and system performance (no personal data)
Data Processing Principles
- Purpose Limitation: Data is used exclusively for service delivery
- Storage Minimization: Data is deleted when no longer needed
- Access Controls: Multi-factor authentication and role-based permissions
- Audit Logging: All data access is logged and monitored
What We Never Collect
We do not collect or store:
- Browsing history or cookies for tracking
- Location data or device fingerprints
- Social media profiles or third-party data
- Biometric or sensitive personal identifiers
- Financial information beyond payment processing
3. Military-Grade Infrastructure Security
Physical Security
Our data centers feature:
- Biometric access controls and 24/7 armed security
- Faraday cage construction preventing electromagnetic interference
- Redundant power systems with diesel backup generators
- Fire suppression systems and environmental monitoring
Network Security
Our network infrastructure includes:
- Multi-layer firewalls with intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
- DDoS protection capable of handling 100+ Gbps attacks
- Network segmentation isolating sensitive systems
- Real-time threat intelligence and automated response
Application Security
Our software security measures:
- Regular penetration testing by certified ethical hackers
- Automated vulnerability scanning and code analysis
- Secure development lifecycle (SDLC) practices
- Bug bounty program with security researchers
4. Your Privacy Rights and Controls
Complete Control Over Your Data
You maintain full control over your information:
- Access Right: View all data we store about you
- Correction Right: Update or correct any inaccurate information
- Deletion Right: Request complete deletion of your account and data
- Portability Right: Export your data in standard formats
- Objection Right: Opt out of any data processing activities
Account Security Controls
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) via SMS and email
- Login alerts for suspicious activity
- Session management with automatic timeouts
- Password strength requirements and breach monitoring
5. Regulatory Compliance and Certifications
Global Privacy Standards
A Final Message complies with the world's strictest privacy regulations:
Legal Frameworks We Follow
- GDPR (EU): European General Data Protection Regulation
- CCPA (California): California Consumer Privacy Act
- PIPEDA (Canada): Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act
- Privacy Act (Australia): Australian Privacy Principles
6. Zero Data Sharing Policy
Absolute Privacy Commitment
We never sell, rent, trade, or share your personal data with third parties for commercial purposes. This is our foundational promise.
Limited Data Disclosure
We may only disclose information in these exceptional circumstances:
- Legal Compliance: Valid court orders, warrants, or legal requirements
- Service Providers: Essential service providers under strict confidentiality agreements
- Emergency Situations: Imminent threats to life or safety (rare circumstances only)
- Business Transfer: In the event of merger or acquisition (with user notification)
Service Provider Oversight
Any third-party service providers we work with must:
- Sign comprehensive Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
- Maintain equivalent security and privacy standards
- Submit to regular security audits and assessments
- Provide breach notification within 4 hours
7. 24/7 Security Monitoring and Incident Response
Proactive Threat Detection
Our Security Operations Center (SOC) provides:
- Real-time monitoring of all system activities
- AI-powered anomaly detection and threat analysis
- Automated response to security incidents
- Continuous vulnerability assessments
Incident Response Protocol
In the event of a security incident:
- Detection (< 5 minutes): Automated systems detect anomalies
- Assessment (< 15 minutes): Security team evaluates threat severity
- Containment (< 30 minutes): Immediate isolation of affected systems
- User Notification (< 4 hours): Direct communication to affected users
- Resolution: Complete remediation and system restoration
- Post-Incident Review: Analysis and security improvements
8. Data Retention and Secure Deletion
Retention Periods
- Active Messages: Retained until delivery or account deletion
- Delivered Messages: Deleted 30 days after successful delivery
- Account Data: Deleted within 30 days of account closure
- Security Logs: Retained for 1 year for security monitoring
- Backup Data: Securely destroyed according to our 90-day backup cycle
Secure Deletion Standards
When data is deleted, we employ:
- Cryptographic Erasure: Encryption keys are destroyed, making data unrecoverable
- Multi-Pass Overwriting: Physical storage is overwritten multiple times
- Hardware Destruction: End-of-life storage devices are physically destroyed
- Verification: Deletion is verified through multiple independent processes
9. International Data Transfers
When we transfer data internationally, we ensure equivalent protection through:
- Adequacy Decisions: Transfers only to countries with adequate privacy laws
- Standard Contractual Clauses: EU-approved data transfer agreements
- Binding Corporate Rules: Internal privacy standards exceeding legal requirements
- Encryption in Transit: All international transfers use end-to-end encryption
10. Policy Updates and Transparency
We commit to transparency in our privacy practices:
- Advance Notice: 30 days notice for any material changes
- Clear Communication: Plain language explanations of changes
- Opt-Out Rights: Right to close account if you disagree with changes
- Version Control: All policy versions are archived and accessible
Transparency Reports
We publish annual transparency reports including:
- Number and types of government data requests
- Security incidents and response actions
- System uptime and performance metrics
- Third-party security audit results
Privacy and Security Contact
For privacy questions, security concerns, or to exercise your rights:
Email: care@afinalmessage.com
Subject Line: Privacy & Security Inquiry
Response Time: Within 24 hours
Escalation: Chief Privacy Officer available for complex matters
Our Commitment to You
Your privacy and security are not just features—they are the foundation of our service. We understand that you are entrusting us with your most important final words. We honor that trust with the highest levels of security, privacy, and transparency available in the industry today.
This commitment is backed by:
- Legal contracts with all employees and contractors
- Regular third-party security audits and certifications
- Comprehensive cyber insurance coverage
- Executive accountability for privacy and security decisions