Privacy Glossary
Web Crypto API
Browser-native cryptography for secure web applications
In Short
A JavaScript API providing cryptographic operations in web browsers without requiring external libraries or plugins.
Explained
The Web Crypto API is a W3C standard implemented in all modern browsers. It provides access to cryptographic primitives like random number generation, hashing, encryption, and key generation - all running in native code for security and performance.
How zkChat Implements This
zkChat uses the Web Crypto API for all cryptographic operations: generating 256-bit random keys, AES-GCM encryption/decryption, and secure random IV generation. This ensures we use battle-tested, browser-native crypto rather than JavaScript implementations.
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