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Beyond Deleted: Cradle's True 'Disappearing' Message Technology.by@ascend
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Beyond Deleted: Cradle's True 'Disappearing' Message Technology.

by Ascend AgencyOctober 2nd, 2023
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Cradle uses cutting-edge technology to make sure that once sensitive communications are deleted, they leave no traces behind. Message data on hard-drives are overwritten multiple times per the DoD 5220.22-M data sanitization standard, making recovery impossible. Because of the risks associated with RAM, the service takes precautions after each session.
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A proliferation of new forms of digital communication offers the allure of ephemeral messages in the vast digital landscape. If you're a journalist passing along information from a confidential source or a human rights activist disclosing key information, you can't afford to break this promise. The question remains, though: how many actually follow through on this promise? In a sea of grand claims, Cradle stands out as a beacon by providing actual solutions.

False Hope in a Cyber World Full of Disillusionment


There are many difficulties in today's cybersecurity environment. While messaging apps claim to have strong encryption, there are actually many flaws that can be exploited behind the scenes. Despite widespread belief to the contrary, all of your messages are still sitting in the depths of your device's memory, ready to be extracted for forensic purposes.

We set out on a mission to close the gap between popular belief and scientific fact. A representative from Cradle noted that "many 'disappearing' messages resurface when subjected to the right forensic tools.

A World Where "Gone" Truly Means "Gone"

Imagine a whistleblower who is about to reveal institutional corruption by using long-forgotten messages as evidence. Or a journalist working under authoritarian rule who must rely on the confidentiality of electronic whispers to safeguard their sources. Concerns extend beyond individual secrecy. Human lives are at stake. Cradle uses cutting-edge technology to make sure that once sensitive communications are deleted, they leave no traces behind.


"The state of digital security is only a sliver of what it could be. One member of the Cradle team elaborated, "Our goal is to shield our users from shadows of past communications, gifting them the peace that few platforms truly offer."

Understanding the Technical Expertise of the Cradle

Cradle's meticulous method is what sets it apart. Message data on hard drives are overwritten multiple times per the DoD 5220.22-M data sanitization standard, making recovery impossible. The stringent requirements of the Department of Defense inspired this standard, which guarantees data deletion with unmatched precision.


In addition, Cradle's program isn't limited to HDDs alone. Because of the risks associated with RAM, the service takes precautions after each session to prevent any sensitive information from being extracted. "Our holistic strategy encompasses every possible data repository, from hard drives to RAM, ensuring a fortress of protection," explains a Cradle engineer.

Looking Forward to the Future of Technology

Due to the dynamic nature of the Internet, constant progress is essential. Cradle not only realizes the importance of this but also takes the helm, opening new doors for cyber security. The platform sets a new standard for the industry with its dedication to true message disappearance, and it challenges its contemporaries to catch up.


"Digital security is, at heart, a tango of constant change. Our steps will alter in time with the music. The visionary team at Cradle promises, "The disappearing message technology is just the opening act."