<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Cybersecurity apps often collect more data about users than the breaches they protect from, creating a privacy-security paradox.In 2025, a developer at the World’s Largest Hackathon built an enterprise-grade identity protection platform with zero-knowledge architecture.The platform ensures true zero-knowledge by encrypting all data locally before transmission, even the creator cannot access user data.Creative solutions were implemented during development to overcome platform limits, using technologies like React, Supabase, and Netlify.AES-256 encryption and zero-knowledge protocols were used to enhance security on the platform.Users appreciated the privacy guarantees, leading to quick adoption of the app for its security features and privacy-first approach.The project demonstrated that enterprise-level privacy technology can be developed quickly with the right tools and vision.GHOSTVAULT platform exemplifies a shift towards security tools that protect data from all entities, including the service provider.Zero-knowledge architecture is seen as an evolving standard in cybersecurity, emphasizing privacy along with functionality.The focus is not on whether privacy-first security will dominate, but on building such solutions rapidly to meet user demand.