# Encrypted Photo Proof

> End-to-end encrypted proof photos for tasks, rituals, and consequences. Premium; any partner unlocks it.

Source: https://getkneel.com/guide/secure-media
Last updated: 2026-08-25

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*Client-side encryption for proof photos*

Proof photos for tasks, rituals, and consequences are encrypted on your device before upload. The server stores ciphertext only, not readable without your paired keys. Viewing uses a key exchange between partners; photos are designed for limited retention after viewing, reducing long-term exposure. Available with Premium (any partner unlocks it), on by default, with no separate opt-in.

## Why it exists

Intimate proof photos are high-risk data. Secure media exists so couples who want verification can use cryptography to keep plaintext off the server — a different bar than typical cloud photo sync.

## Capabilities

### Encrypt before upload

Plaintext stays on-device; only encrypted data is sent to storage.

### Paired dynamic keys

Key material is scoped to your relationship so proofs are not exposed as normal gallery uploads.

### Proof contexts

Secure proof attaches to task completion, ritual completion, and consequence verification flows.

### On by default

Available with Premium when any partner unlocks it. On by default, with no separate opt-in toggle to manage.

## How each role uses it

### For Dominants (Dominant)

Review proof without the app storing decryptable images at rest.

- Receive verifiable proof through an encrypted channel
- Consistent with high-trust, high-sensitivity content

### For Submissives (submissive)

Submit proof knowing ciphertext leaves your phone, not raw photos.

- Complete assigned proof flows with stronger privacy than standard uploads
- Ciphertext leaves your phone, never raw photos

## Use cases

- Task completion with photo verification under secure media
- Ritual or consequence proof where both partners want encryption