Frequently Asked Questions
Are my notes secure?
Notes are encrypted on the server using AES-256 encryption before writing to the database. Not even system administrators or our cloud prodivers can see your note.
Can I set a password for my notes?
Of course, we encourgage you to password protect your notes. Not only will your note be protected by a password, the password will also be used to form the encryption key.
Is the password I set for my note secure?
Yes, all passwords are hashed before being stored into the database. This means your password is resistant to rainbow table attacks and brute force attacks.
Are the pictures I upload within my note secure?
All pictures undergo the same encyption methods as the note. They are not stored as viewable images on our servers.
What happens when someone tries to access my link after it is expired?
The user will be denied access. Once a note has expired, it gets deleted from the database for good and cannot be retrieved.
Can I delete a note before the expiry time?
Yes, upon creating a note there is an option to generate a manual destruction link. Use this link to invalidate the note at any time before the expiry time.
I forgot the password to my notes, what can I do?
Unfortunately, there is no password recovery mechanism right now so please write down your password when you create your protected note.
Can I be notified when my note expires?
This is a premium feature planned for the future. Register your interest on our premium page.
How long do the notes stay stored on the server?
From the moment the note expires, the maximum amount of time it stays on the server is 1 hour after expiry.
Is my data being shared with third party oragnizations or the government?
We take privacy very seriously and make it a priority to keep your data safe and secure. Your data is encrypted upon writing to the disk and is deleted within an hour of the expiry time.
Can I use Tempnote on my mobile device?
Tempnote is very mobile friendly. The user interface is responsive to desktop, tablets and mobile devices.
Can I see the source code for this app?
Yes, this project is 100% open source and licensed under the MIT License. The code can be viewed here.
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