QUICKBURN

Securely share sensitive info with self‑destructing links.

Frequently Asked Questions

Curious about how Quickburn works or how it keeps your data safe? You're in the right place.

What is Quickburn?🔥

Quickburn is a small, privacy‑focused tool for sending sensitive information that shouldn't live forever online. You write a secret, we give you a one‑time link, and once it's viewed—or its timer runs out—it disappears forever. It's perfect for passwords, surprise messages, or anything you'd rather not email.

How does it protect my privacy?🔥

Everything is encrypted in your browser using the Web Crypto API and 256‑bit AES‑GCM. The decryption key stays with you, so our server stores only scrambled text. When the recipient opens the link, the data is decrypted locally and immediately deleted from our database.

Can I view a secret twice?🔥

No. Each secret is burned after a single view or when it expires. If you need to share again, simply create a new link.

What encryption does Quickburn use?🔥

We rely on modern AES‑GCM encryption with 256‑bit keys generated right in your browser. The key is tucked into the link's fragment, so even we never see it.

Where are secrets stored?🔥

Encrypted secrets live briefly in a serverless Postgres database. Without the matching key, the stored data is meaningless and automatically cleaned up once read.

How does the process work?🔥

Your browser creates a random key, encrypts your message, and sends only the ciphertext and expiration to our API. We return a link that includes the key in the hash. When someone opens it, their browser fetches the ciphertext, decrypts it locally, and then we immediately wipe the record.