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How to Share Secrets Safely

A simple, repeatable workflow for sharing passwords and API keys securely.

Sharing secrets safely is about minimizing exposure and maximizing control.

This guide provides a workflow you can use every time.

Before you share

Classify the secret, choose secure mode, and set a short expiration.

Decide whether burn-after-read is appropriate for the risk level.

Share safely

Send the link in a channel that does not prefetch URLs.

Share instructions separately so the context is not bundled with the link.

After access

Confirm the recipient accessed the secret successfully.

Rotate credentials if there is any chance of exposure.

Common mistakes

Avoid reusing old links or extending TTL just to make things easier.

Do not paste secrets directly into chat or issue trackers.

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