Why trust Good Tape with your data
Summary
- Your recordings often contain private, sensitive, or confidential information. That’s why trust and security are non-negotiable.
- Good Tape encrypts all files at rest and in transit, stores them safely in the EU, and never uses them for AI training.
- We’re fully GDPR-compliant and transparent about how your data is handled.
- Your files belong to you, and only you decide how long they stay on our platform.
- Security isn’t a feature at Good Tape, it’s a responsibility and the foundation our company was built on.
Trust begins with transparency
Data security is not an afterthought anymore. It is the foundation of every digital interaction. Whether you are a journalist protecting a source, a researcher handling interviews, or a consultant managing client recordings, you need to know exactly how your information is treated.
At Good Tape, we built our transcription tool around one simple truth: your trust is everything.
We do not just promise privacy. We prove it. From encryption to GDPR compliance, every part of our system is designed to keep your data secure, private, and fully under your control.
When you upload a recording, it is not just another file to us. It is your work, your reputation, your ideas. And we treat it with the same care and respect we would expect for our own.
How most AI tools handle your data
Before explaining how Good Tape protects your data, it helps to understand how many AI tools work behind the scenes.
A surprising number of transcription tools and AI platforms train their systems using customer data. That means your recordings can be stored, analyzed, or shared to improve the company’s algorithms. Sometimes this is mentioned in the fine print. Sometimes it is not mentioned at all.
This practice may make AI smarter, but it comes at a cost. When your recordings are stored indefinitely or transferred across borders, your privacy is at risk.
We believe professionals deserve better. That is why Good Tape takes a completely different approach.
Your files are yours
When you upload a recording to Good Tape, it remains yours. Always.
We will never:
- Train our AI models on your data.
- Sell your files to third parties.
- Share your data for marketing or analytics.
Your files are used only for one purpose: transcription. Once your transcription is complete, you decide what happens next. You can delete the files, download them, or keep them in your account.
If you choose to store them, they stay encrypted and private. Not even our internal team can access them without your consent.
Your data belongs to you, and we intend to keep it that way.
Encryption everywhere
Every file that passes through Good Tape is protected by advanced encryption, both in transit and at rest.
In transit: We use TLS 1.3, the same level of encryption trusted by banks and government agencies. It ensures your files stay protected during upload or download.
At rest: Once stored, your recordings are protected using AES-256 encryption, one of the strongest security standards in the world.
Together, these layers of protection make sure that even if data were intercepted, it would be unreadable and useless.
Security like this should not be an upgrade. It should be the default.
Fully GDPR-compliant
Good Tape was built and operates entirely within the European Union. That means every part of our data handling follows the General Data Protection Regulation, known as GDPR. It is one of the strictest privacy laws in the world.
GDPR compliance is not just a box we tick. It shapes how we design, store, and protect everything you upload.
Here is what that means for you:
- Your files never leave the EU.
- You decide when files are kept, deleted, or downloaded.
- You can request deletion at any time.
- We provide signed Data Processing Agreements for professional and business users.
For journalists, lawyers, researchers, and enterprise teams, this level of compliance is not optional. It is essential.
Security built by design, not as an afterthought
Some companies add security later. We built it in from the start.
Good Tape was founded by journalists who understood how sensitive audio can be. Interviews, court testimony, confidential recordings, and research discussions are not just data points. They are often the heart of someone’s work.
Every decision we make starts with a single question: “Does this protect user privacy?” If the answer is anything but yes, we do not move forward.
From encryption architecture to server management, everything we build is designed to minimize risk and maximize trust.
Security is not an add-on at Good Tape. It is part of our DNA.
What happens to your files after transcription
When you upload a file, it goes through a secure, encrypted process from start to finish. After transcription, your file and its transcript are stored in your account. Only you can access them.
If you decide not to keep them, they are automatically deleted. There are no hidden backups or shadow copies.
If you decide to keep them, they remain encrypted and private until you choose to remove them. When you delete them, they are permanently erased from our system right away.
You are in full control. Always.
The transparency principle
We do not hide behind vague statements or complicated terms. We believe users have the right to understand how their data is treated.
That is why our privacy policy is written in clear, simple language. No fine print. No tricks. Just direct answers to real questions.
Where is my data stored? In the EU.
Who can access it? Only you.
Is it used for AI training? Never.
Can I delete it anytime? Yes.
Transparency builds trust. And trust is what keeps professionals choosing Good Tape every day.
Why security matters in transcription
Transcription is often where sensitive information becomes exposed. A single recording can contain material that must never be leaked or mishandled.
Think about it:
- A journalist’s confidential interview with a source.
- A lawyer’s private client discussion.
- A company’s internal meeting or product briefing.
- A researcher’s recorded data from study participants.
These are not ordinary files. They are critical assets. If one of them leaked, it could cause serious damage to reputations, businesses, or individuals.
That is why security in transcription is not a luxury. It is a necessity.
Good Tape was created for professionals who cannot afford to compromise. Every recording you upload is handled as if it were our own.
The role of Safe Vault storage
For users who need maximum control, Good Tape Business offers Safe Vault, our most secure storage option.
Safe Vault was designed for organizations that handle confidential or regulated information. It includes:
- Encrypted, isolated storage within the EU.
- Custom access controls and permissions.
- Data residency guarantees.
- Signed Data Processing Agreements for compliance.
With Safe Vault, enterprise clients can meet the strictest internal policies without giving up speed or usability.
Real-world examples of trust
Thousands of professionals use Good Tape every day, and many of them handle sensitive recordings. Here are a few examples of how security matters in practice.
Journalists
Reporters often record sensitive conversations. Protecting sources is not optional, it is part of the job. Good Tape ensures those recordings remain encrypted and confidential. Even when recorded in the field, audio is uploaded securely through our mobile app and never leaves EU servers.
Legal professionals
Lawyers, paralegals, and legal researchers work with confidential information. They trust Good Tape to transcribe depositions, interviews, and hearings accurately and privately. Our GDPR compliance and encryption give them the protection they need.
Consultants
Consultants manage client data that must remain private. With Good Tape, they can share transcripts with their teams through secure collaboration tools. Every action is traceable and protected.
Researchers
Academic researchers often collect data that involves participants’ identities or sensitive subjects. Good Tape guarantees that recordings are never used for AI training and are automatically deleted after transcription if desired.
Media organizations
From broadcasters to production studios, many creative teams use Good Tape to transcribe interviews, podcasts, and films. They know their content is safe, private, and never shared.
For all these professionals, security is not negotiable. That is why they trust Good Tape.
How Good Tape earns trust every day
Trust is not something you can buy. It is something you earn.
At Good Tape, we have built that trust through transparency, honesty, and consistency. Millions of users rely on us because they know we keep our promises.
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for data misuse and a culture of responsibility that runs through every part of our team. Everyone, from developers to customer success, treats user files as if they were their own.
When we say we take privacy personally, we mean it.
Why professionals switch to Good Tape
Many of our users come to us after using other tools that let them down. Some discovered that their recordings were stored indefinitely. Others learned that their files were used to train AI models.
With Good Tape, they found a tool they can actually trust. Our promise is simple: we will never use your data for anything other than transcription.
We are not a giant corporation chasing growth at any cost. We are a focused team based in Copenhagen, building the world’s most secure transcription tool. Because like our users, we once had to rely on unsafe systems.
We knew there had to be a better way.
Trust through design
Trust is not something you add to a product. It is something you build into it.
From day one, we designed Good Tape around security, privacy, and user control. Every file you upload, every transcript you generate, and every word you read is protected by the same principles.
Your files are yours. Your privacy is yours. And with Good Tape, your trust is never taken for granted.
We do not just make transcription faster. We make it safer.
Because when your work matters, your tool should too.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Good Tape GDPR-compliant?
Yes. All data is processed and stored within the European Union under full GDPR compliance. We also provide signed Data Processing Agreements for business and professional users.
Does Good Tape use my data to train AI models?
No. Your recordings are never used for training, analysis, or any purpose other than your own transcription.
Where is my data stored?
All files are stored on encrypted servers located in the EU. Your data is never transferred outside the region.
Can I delete my files anytime?
Yes. You can delete your recordings and transcripts permanently at any time, and the removal is immediate.
Who can access my data?
Only you, and anyone you explicitly share it with.
What happens if I do not delete my files?
They remain private and encrypted in your account until you decide to remove them.
What is Safe Vault?
Safe Vault is our advanced storage option for organizations that need maximum data protection and compliance.
Why should I trust Good Tape?
Because we are built on transparency, not secrecy. We protect your privacy with real security, clear policies, and a team that takes responsibility for every file you upload.