Trust Center
Local vs Cloud Processing
Understanding where your data goes — and when.
Chameleon Eye AI does not automatically upload a user's full private archive, document library, or local memory to cloud intelligence.
Processing Mode Comparison
Key differences between offline local, hybrid, ZDR, and standard cloud modes.
| Mode | Processing Location | Third-party AI API contacted? | What Is Sent | Best For | Approval |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offline Local Mode | User device / local deployment | No | Nothing sent to cloud AI | Confidential files, regulated data, source code, internal reports | No cloud approval needed |
| Hybrid Approval Mode | Local first + approved cloud route | Only after explicit approval | Selected text or approved summaries only | Confidential business workflows needing deeper analysis | Approval required |
| Private Cloud / ZDR Route | Chameleon Eye API + privacy-approved route | Yes — approved privacy route only | Approved payload only | Sensitive cloud analysis where ZDR contract is required | Approval required |
| Standard Cloud / API Mode | Chameleon Eye API + approved AI infrastructure | Yes | Current request or approved payload | Normal business intelligence workflows | Controlled by workspace / API permissions |
Chameleon Eye AI does not automatically upload a customer's full private archive, document library, local memory, source code repository, HR database, financial records, or customer database to cloud intelligence.
In Offline Local Mode, no third-party AI API is contacted.
Private Intelligence
Local processing on your device
- +Runs on your device when desktop app is installed
- +No cloud AI request
- +No network call for analysis
- +No provider processing
- +File content stays on device
- +Strongest privacy option
Available with Desktop App
Cloud Intelligence
Consent-gated cloud processing
- ~Used only for selected requests
- ~May use approved AI infrastructure
- ~Selected text may be sent after your explicit consent
- ~Your full private archive is not sent automatically
- ~Token count and cost tracked for billing
- ~Raw prompts not stored by default
Available (consent required)