How your data flows

Aidana processes your files in your browser — they are never uploaded to our servers. These diagrams show exactly what happens at each step. Hover over any element for details.

Server-Processed Flow

Free / Personal

Extracted text passes through Aidana's server to Microsoft Azure OpenAI in the EU. Document content is not stored on Aidana's servers in standard operation.

Your browser Aidana server (Germany) Microsoft Azure (EU) Metadata only

Direct Flow — Bring Your Own AI

Business / BYOAI

When you connect your own API key, AI data flows directly from your browser to your chosen provider. Aidana's server handles authentication and configuration but is not in the AI data path.

Your browser Your AI provider Aidana server (auth/config only) Encrypted key

Key takeaways

Original files stay in your browser. All file processing happens client-side. Only extracted text is sent onward.

Document content not stored server-side. Aidana's server stores account metadata, subscription status, and usage information — not your documents or reports.

EU data processing. Server-processed requests use Microsoft Azure in West Europe (EU Data Zone).

BYOAI — your data, your provider. With your own API key, AI data flows directly between your browser and your provider. Aidana handles authentication and configuration only.