# Use AI without compromising data security or privacy > Source: > Published: 2026-06-16 20:52:02+00:00 Using confidential computing, Privatemode encrypts your data before it leaves your device and keeps it protected even during AI processing. Platform Overview Privatemode uses confidential computing to keep your data protected and encrypted at all times - even during processing in memory. No one can see your data. Comparison Cloud-grade AI with end-to-end encryption and confidential computing. Built for industries where compliance isn't optional. Powerful AI, but prompts and data are processed unencrypted on the provider's servers, with no verifiable privacy guarantees. Full data control, but requires dedicated hardware, in-house ML ops, and ongoing maintenance. Platform Features and use cases Trust and compliance Federal cybersecurity standard The highest grade defined by Germany's federal cybersecurity authority for confidential computing in the cloud. Professional secrecy A review by a leading advisory firm recommends Privatemode for use by doctors, lawyers, tax advisors, and other professions handling sensitive data. External confirmation Reviews and audits by Big Four firms and leading cybersecurity consultancies confirm Privatemode's security and privacy properties. Hardware-enforced Open source, reproducible builds, transparency logs, and end-to-end remote attestation enable everyone to verify the integrity of Privatemode. Plus the basics: FAQ Yes, Privatemode has successfully passed two independent security evaluations conducted by reputable third-party firms: one focused on penetration testing and another on architectural review. To date, all audits have confirmed the effectiveness of Privatemode's outstanding security properties. Audit reports can be shared upon request with Enterprise customers. We're happy to show you around and give an overview of what's possible.