Security and privacy are the number one priority at Digital Samba. We're thrilled to announce the release of our 'End-to-End Encryption' (E2EE) feature.
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E2EE for Large Group Calls
Unlike many providers who limit end-to-end encryption (E2EE) to 1-1 sessions, Digital Samba stands out by offering E2EE for group calls, currently supporting up to 100 participants. We're not stopping there; plans are underway to extend E2EE to even larger calls in the near future.
Whether you're hosting a private one-on-one discussion or a sizeable team meeting, with Digital Samba, you can be assured that your communications are encrypted and protected at all times.
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Key Features of End-to-end Encryption in Digital Samba
By offering E2EE with a developer-first approach, Digital Samba ensures that both the user experience and the backend processes are secure, making it a top choice for developers who prioritise security in video conferencing tools.
Enhanced Security with an Additional Layer of Protection
To enhance your security measures, we have implemented an additional security code feature. When users click on the E2EE green badge icon inside the room, they will be presented with an 80-digit security code.
This code is a cryptographic SHA-256 hash of the public keys of all users within the room. To ensure there are no eavesdroppers or malicious man-in-the-middle attackers, users can compare each other's security code values through voice communication or by copying and pasting the code out of band, such as through a chat message in another application.
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This added layer of security further reinforces our commitment to providing a safe and protected video conferencing environment.
How to enable E2EE in Digital Samba using the Dashboard
- Visit and log in to the Digital Samba dashboard.
- Navigate to "Rooms" and then select "Default Room Settings" or click here.
- Under the "General" tab, locate the "End-to-end encryption" option and switch it on.
- Confirm and save your changes. This will activate E2EE for all rooms associated with your account.
For room-specific E2EE adjustments:
- Go to "Room" settings and select "Edit" for the desired room.
- In the "General" tab, find the "End-to-end encryption" setting.
- Toggle the setting as needed.
- Click "Update the room" to save your preferences.
Enabling E2EE in Digital Samba via API
To activate End-to-End Encryption (E2EE) using Digital Samba's API, you'll need to utilise the e2ee_enabled property when creating or updating a room. Here's a step-by-step guide:
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API Endpoint: To create or edit a room, make a POST request to the following endpoint: https://api.digitalsamba.com/v1/rooms
- Request Payload: In your request body, include the necessary room properties. To enable E2EE, set the
e2ee_enabledproperty totrue. For example:
3. Send the Request: Using your preferred API client or tool, send the POST request with the payload.
4. Check the Response: Upon successful room creation or update, you should receive a response confirming the room details, including the status of the e2ee_enabled property.
For more detailed information and other available properties, refer to the official Digital Samba documentation. Remember to always use secure methods when making API requests and handle responses appropriately.
Note on Availability
While E2EE offers robust protection for live communications, it's important to note that with E2EE enabled, features like recording or transcriptions are unavailable. This is because E2EE ensures that streams are encrypted to the extent that even we, as the service provider, cannot access the raw data.
As a result, any functionality requiring the reading of raw data, such as transcriptions, is inherently incompatible with an E2EE-encrypted stream.
E2EE is now available to all users who have it contracted as part of their plan. To fully harness the power of E2EE for one-on-one or group video conferences on your website or app, get in touch with our team today.
Digital Samba's Commitment to Privacy
“We’ve designed our service to be data-agnostic: nothing is tracked. We’re proud to say we meet all GDPR requirements and make them available in a beautiful UI.”
Robert Strobl,
CEO and Founder of Digital Samba.
Digital Samba stands firm in its commitment to user privacy. We don't gather or share customers’ or users’ data. Proudly European, Digital Samba is fully aligned with GDPR standards. Prioritising privacy, Digital Samba has structured its platform to be data-agnostic. Try it here, no signup required.
In Conclusion
Digital Samba, a pioneer in the video conferencing API industry, remains dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of its users. With the introduction of End-to-End Encryption, we're taking a significant step forward in ensuring that your video conferencing experience is not only seamless but also secure.
For more updates and features, stay tuned to our blog. Your security is our priority!
To learn more about Digital Samba's commitment to privacy, download our security white paper.
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