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Is my file private when uploaded to Walrus?
I'm thinking of using Walrus for storing some files. My main concern is whether my files are private by default when I upload them. I don't really want my personal or sensitive data out in the open for everyone to see. Can someone let me know if there's a way to keep my files private, or should I be looking into alternatives?
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2By default, all files (or blobs) stored in Walrus are public and discoverable. If you're looking to keep your data private, you'll need to take additional steps such as encrypting your data before uploading it to Walrus. To secure your data, consider using encryption. An application like Seal can be utilized for encryption and onchain access control. Seal integrates with Walrus to encrypt data and define access policies.
For your specific privacy needs, you might use an application like Tusky that encrypts your data or look into similar tools before uploading to Walrus.
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Walrus is a decentralized storage and data availability protocol designed specifically for large binary files, or "blobs"
