Markdown allows you to add formatting elements to plain text. Here's a quick guide to using Markdown syntax in your text:

Headings: Use `#` for H1, `##` for H2, `###` for H3, etc.

Bold: Enclose text in `` or `__` to make it bold. For example, `bold text`.

Italic: Enclose text in `*` or `_` to italicize it. For example, `*italicized text*`.

Blockquote: Use `>` before text to create a blockquote.

Ordered List: Use numbers followed by periods to create an ordered list.

Unordered List: Use `-` or `*` followed by a space for bullet points.

Code: Use backticks `` ` `` to enclose code.

Horizontal Rule: Use three hyphens `---` to create a horizontal line.

Links: Use `[text](URL)` to create a hyperlink.

Images: Use `` to display an image.

Tables:

| Header | Header 2 |

| ----------- | ----------- |

| Text | Text |

Links: Use `[text](URL)` to create a hyperlink.

Images: Use `` to display an image.

Strikethrough: Enclose text in `~~` to strikethrough it.

Task Lists: Use `- [ ]` to create an empty checkbox and `- [x]` for a checked checkbox.

Extended Syntax: Footnotes, Definition Lists, Abbreviations, Emoji, and more advanced elements are also supported with extended syntax.

Our platform supports file uploads, allowing you to attach files to your pastes. Here's what you need to know about uploading files:

- Max file size: For public pastes, the maximum file size is 2GB. For private pastes, the limit is 50MB for encrypted files and 200MB for unencrypted files.

- Max number of files: You can attach up to 4 files to a single paste.

- Supported file types: We support a wide range of file types, including documents, images, audio, and video files.

- Encryption: Private pastes can be encrypted for added security. Files within these pastes are encrypted according to the paste's encryption settings.

- Access: Files uploaded to public pastes can be accessed by anyone with the paste link. For private pastes, files are only accessible to users who have the decryption key.

- Upload process: When creating a paste, you can attach files using the file upload option. For encrypted pastes, files are encrypted on the client side before being uploaded.

Please ensure your files comply with our terms of service. If you have any questions or encounter issues with file uploads, don't hesitate to contact support.

AnonPaste prioritizes the privacy and security of your data. To achieve this, all encryption processes occur on the client-side using the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) algorithm. This method ensures that your data is encrypted before it ever leaves your device, providing a strong layer of security.

The AES encryption is renowned for its reliability and is widely used across various secure environments. By performing encryption client-side, we ensure that the raw, unencrypted data is never exposed to the server or any third parties. This approach maximizes data confidentiality and integrity, allowing you to share sensitive information with confidence.

Additionally, the decryption process also occurs on the client-side. Only individuals with the correct decryption key or password can access and decrypt the data, further ensuring that your information remains private and secure at all times.

Choosing the 'Private' visibility for your paste enables enhanced control over access through various secure methods. There are three options under the 'Private' setting, catering to different security and sharing needs:

- Private with link embedded decryption key (Anyone with Link): This method generates a unique URL with an embedded decryption key stored within the link's fragment. This key is not sent to the server when the link is accessed, ensuring an additional layer of security. Only those who possess the URL can decrypt and view the paste, making it a secure yet convenient way to share sensitive information.

- Private unencrypted: This setting makes your paste accessible through a specific URL without additional encryption. While not publicly listed, it lacks the enhanced security of encryption, suitable for sharing non-sensitive information with select individuals.

- Private with password: This most secure option requires viewers to enter a password to access the paste. You can share the URL without worry, as only those with the password can decrypt and view its contents. Ideal for highly confidential or sensitive information.

Each privacy setting under 'Private' visibility is designed to meet varying security and sharing preferences. The use of a link-embedded decryption key, stored only in the link fragment and never transmitted to the server, underscores our commitment to privacy and security. Consider the sensitivity of your paste's content carefully when choosing the most appropriate setting.

Choosing the 'Public' visibility for your paste means that anyone with access to the platform can view your paste without needing a password,link or any form of decryption key

This option sets the view count of the paste to a maximum of one after which it self destructs. To remind you of this, the paste will have a fire icon on the top right corner.

Serverless paste refers to embedding the paste content directly into the URL fragment, bypassing the need for server storage. This method ensures the content is highly private and immune to censorship or takedown notices, as it isn't stored on any server.

Such pastes support password protection, offering an extra layer of security. However, due to URL length limitations, this method is ideal for shorter texts and does not support features like public pastes, expiration dates, or burn after view.

Sharing a serverless paste means you are directly transferring the data to the recipient through the URL, without any intermediary. This method guarantees that the paste cannot be censored, indexed nor be taken or deleted, not even by us.

Server pastes involve storing the paste content on a server, which then provides a unique URL to access it. This method allows for larger content sizes and supports a wider range of features, including expiration dates, public pastes, and burn after view options.

When creating a server paste, the content is encrypted before being stored. This ensures that only individuals with the correct URL (and password, if set) can access the content.

Opting for a server paste is suitable when sharing larger documents or when utilizing features that require server-side support. However, unlike serverless pastes, they are subject to censorship and takedown notices due to their reliance on server storage.