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UnoLock Spaces

Overview

Spaces allows users to create separate, compartmentalized environments (or "Spaces") within their UnoLock vault, each with its own encryption and access permissions. This feature is perfect for users who need to segment their data into different categories (e.g., personal, work, family) or want to share specific data with others while keeping other information private. Each Space operates independently, giving users full control over who can access what, and at what permission level.

How It Works

  • Space Creation: Users can create multiple Spaces within their UnoLock vault. Each Space is an isolated environment, where specific data can be stored separately from other Spaces.
  • Granular Permissions: Users can assign different levels of access to each Space. For example, one Space may allow read-only access for certain users, while another might grant full access to different users.
  • Encryption Per Space: Each Space has its own encryption, ensuring that data stored in one Space is not accessible to users of another Space unless explicitly granted.
  • Key-Based Access Control: Access to each Space is controlled through keys, allowing users to grant or revoke permissions at any time. Keys can be assigned to individuals or devices, and permissions can range from full access to read-only.

Security Implications

  • Compartmentalization: By separating data into different Spaces, users can ensure that a breach or access in one Space does not affect the security of other Spaces.
  • Custom Encryption Per Space: Each Space is encrypted independently, meaning that even if access to one Space is compromised, the other Spaces remain secure.
  • Selective Sharing: Users can share specific Spaces with colleagues, family members, or collaborators without exposing unrelated or more sensitive information stored in other Spaces.

Use Cases

  • Family Data Sharing: A user can create separate Spaces for family members, granting each person access to their respective files without exposing other private data.
  • Business Data Compartmentalization: Businesses can use Spaces to segment different types of data, such as financial records, contracts, and internal communications. Each department or team can be given access to their relevant Space only.
  • Personal and Professional Data Separation: Users can maintain separate Spaces for personal and professional use, ensuring that sensitive work data is isolated from personal files.

Why It Matters

Spaces provide an essential level of organization and security for users who need to manage diverse sets of data with varying access requirements. By offering compartmentalization, users can confidently store sensitive information and selectively grant access to others without risking exposure of unrelated data. This makes Spaces ideal for both personal and professional use, allowing for flexible yet secure data management.

FAQs

??? question "Can I assign different permissions to users for different Spaces?" Yes, you can assign granular access permissions per Space. Some users can have read-only access, while others can have full administrative rights to specific Spaces. ??? question "Can I revoke access to a Space after sharing it?" Yes, you can revoke access to any Space at any time. This ensures that users can no longer view or modify the data in that Space once their access is removed. ??? question "Can I create unlimited Spaces?" The number of Spaces you can create may depend on your subscription plan, but most tiers allow for multiple Spaces.

Compliance & Privacy Regulations

  • GDPR & HIPAA Compliance: Spaces allow users to compartmentalize and encrypt sensitive data, helping organizations meet stringent data privacy laws and regulations, such as GDPR and HIPAA, by controlling access and securing sensitive information.
  • Data Sovereignty: Spaces can be used to segregate data based on regulatory requirements, ensuring that sensitive data remains stored and accessed only in compliance with local laws.

Integration with Other Features

  • End-to-End Encryption (E2EE): Each Space benefits from E2EE, ensuring that all data within each compartment is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
  • Multi-Device Access: Users can access each Space from multiple devices, and access permissions can be tailored per device, ensuring that only authorized devices can access certain Spaces.
  • DuressDecoy & Plausible Deniability: Spaces can integrate with DuressDecoy, allowing users to create decoy Spaces for high-risk scenarios while keeping sensitive data hidden.

UnoLock Spaces provides a powerful tool for organizing, managing, and protecting different sets of data within the vault. By offering granular control over access permissions and encryption for each Space, users can securely store and share information without compromising privacy. Whether for personal use, business data segmentation, or collaborative projects, Spaces delivers flexibility, enhanced security, and convenience.