You’ll see it right under our name, on our website, and our docs: Trust the Math, which happens to be one of our taglines.
It sounds simple, maybe even cryptic—but it reflects one of the most important principles behind how SealedWeb is built. In this post, we’re going to break down exactly what it means—and why it matters.
The Problem with “Trust Us”
Most digital platforms run on trust—but not the good kind. They say:
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“Trust us, we don’t sell your data.”
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“Trust us, our encryption is strong.”
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“Trust us, we won’t look at your messages.”
But here’s the catch: you can’t verify most of those claims. The code is closed. The architecture is hidden. And even if the company’s intentions are good today, what happens when ownership changes or business models shift?
That’s why trust, on its own, isn’t a security model. It’s a marketing model.
So What’s the Alternative?
Instead of trusting the people behind the system, trust the system itself—specifically, the math that powers it. At SealedWeb, when we say “Trust the Math,” we mean this:
Our systems are designed to enforce privacy and control using cryptography, not policies.
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End-to-end encryption ensures no one—not even us—can read your messages.
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Zero-knowledge design means we don’t need to see your data to confirm what’s happening.
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Mathematical guarantees back every decision, from identity handling to data retention.
You don’t have to “hope” we’re doing the right thing. The math makes sure of it.
But Isn’t the Code Closed? How Can I Verify That?
Good question. While SealedWeb doesn’t open-source its code, we don’t operate in secrecy.
Instead, we partner with independent, external auditors to perform black-box testing. These security experts verify that the platform:
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Behaves as claimed
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Doesn’t leak or expose data
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Cannot bypass encryption or identity controls—even by internal actors
This lets us strike a balance: protecting our IP while still being accountable through testing and external scrutiny.
It’s About Verifiability, Not Blind Faith
The core idea here is simple:
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We don’t want you to need trust to use SealedWeb
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We want the system to work even if you don’t trust us—because the math doesn’t care who runs the servers
That’s how strong systems should work. Trustless, by design.
Why This Matters More Than Ever
We live in a time where:
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Data is more valuable than oil
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Platforms change hands without warning
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Backdoors can be quietly added—and rarely removed
In that world, math is the only thing you can rely on. And that’s exactly why SealedWeb exists.
Final Thought
“Trust the Math” isn’t just a slogan. It’s a challenge to the status quo—a reminder that users deserve systems that work for them, not systems that need their trust just to function safely. We’re building a platform where privacy is guaranteed by the rules of logic, not the goodwill of an operator.
Because in the end, math doesn’t lie. And it doesn’t change when the boardroom does.
