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PrivateBin

PrivateBin is a minimalist, open source online pastebin designed for secure text sharing. It encrypts and decrypts data directly in the browser using 256-bit AES in Galois Counter mode, ensuring that the server has zero knowledge of the pasted content.

PrivateBin is the open source alternative to:
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About PrivateBin

PrivateBin enables users to safely store and share text, code snippets, and documents by encrypting data on the client side. The tool offers password protection, customizable expiration times including options like 'burn after reading', and support for discussions, markdown formatting, and syntax highlighting. Additional features include file upload with preview, QR code generation for paste URLs, and template customization to fit different website layouts.

Key Features

  • Zero-knowledge server: Data is encrypted/decrypted in the browser
  • 256-bit AES encryption in Galois Counter Mode
  • Optional password protection for added security
  • Configurable expiration times including 'burn after reading'
  • Support for markdown, syntax highlighting, and file uploads
  • Customizable templates and discussion options
  • QR code generation for easy paste URL transfer

Summary

PrivateBin provides a secure pastebin solution that emphasizes user privacy and data protection by handling encryption on the client side. It delivers a suite of customization and security features that empower both administrators and users while maintaining a simple, minimalist design.

Adrian
Created by
Adrian
Mar 9, 2025Updated•1 min read
This content was partially generated using artificial intelligence.

Tool Details

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Since 2016
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Tech Stack

Language
NodeJS
Css
Php
Framework
Phpunit