Temporary Secret Sharing
Whether you're a developer sharing an API key, an IT administrator handing off credentials, or a business professional sharing financial details, temporary secret sharing is an essential operational security practice.
Why Secrets Need Expiration Dates
Most sensitive information is only needed for a brief window of time. For example, a temporary Wi-Fi password for a guest, or a database connection string sent to a new hire. If these secrets are left in email threads or chat channels permanently, they become ticking time bombs.
Common Use Cases
- • Initial login credentials
- • Production API keys
- • Server access tokens
- • Temporary secure documents
- • Financial routing numbers
The BurnNote Solution
- • Supports Text, Files, and Redirects
- • Optional password protection
- • Forced 1-hour to 7-day expiration
- • Guaranteed burn-on-read
Best Practices
To maximize your security when utilizing temporary secret sharing, always ensure you are sending the BurnNote link to the correct recipient. While the data cannot be intercepted mid-transit due to client-side encryption, the person who clicks the link first will be the one who claims the data, causing it to burn for anyone else.