Frequently asked questions
Alcazar Security's Dead Man’s Switch is a scheduled check-in service designed for digital legacy and continuity. Users can set how often they need to confirm their presence—daily, weekly, or monthly. If a user fails to check in, the service sends reminders through various channels like email, Signal, and Telegram before delivering pre-stored messages and files to trusted contacts. This service is particularly useful for passing on important information such as account recovery steps, document locations, and private notes, ensuring that critical data is not lost if the user becomes unreachable.
The Dead Man’s Switch ensures security by encrypting messages and files both in storage and during transit. Only after a user has missed their scheduled check-ins and the configured grace periods have elapsed will the system deliver the stored content to the designated contacts. This process prevents accidental releases and ensures that sensitive information is only shared when absolutely necessary.
Typical uses for the Dead Man’s Switch include passing on account recovery instructions, locations of important documents or hardware, and private notes meant for specific individuals. It serves as a safety net for users to ensure that their critical information is accessible to trusted contacts in the event they can no longer communicate.
Yes, subscriptions to the Dead Man’s Switch can be paused or canceled at any time, allowing users to manage their service according to their needs and preferences.