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How IV Works in Encryption: A Plain Guide for Developers
Learn how IV works in AES-GCM encryption, why uniqueness matters, how IVs are generated, and best practices for secure encrypted chat in 2026.
15 min read
What Is Ciphertext and Why It Protects Your Messages
Learn what is ciphertext, how encryption creates it, and why it matters for private chat. Covers AES-256-GCM, zero-knowledge relays, and attack models.
16 min read