The software creates a special SMS to be sent over the Network (GSM or CDMA) which is encrypted and has a self destruct mechanism. The SMS cannot be read by the Network Provider as it seems to be a chunk of garbage text being transmitted over the Network Provider's channel. The SMS will furthermore not appear on a mobile device which does not have the Secure SMS software installed.

Yes, it will self destruct to preserve security of the sender in case the recipient does not have the installed software.

After installation the user can access the software from the Main Menu of the phone to send secure SMS to other users. To send secure SMS, the user needs to send an SMS from within the application that will be encrypted and send over the GSM network.

The technology enables Government agencies, diplomats and law enforcement to have a secure GSM/CDMA communication channel. The Innovation is the availability to have this service without the need of any third party services such as GPRS, CSD/HSCSD, etc. This technology enables anyone, anywhere to have secure communications with anyone. This solution offers complete security as all SMS data passed over the GSM network is AES 256 bit encrypted.

· Encryption: 256 bit encryption
· Key or Initializing Vector: Provided by the end user
· Channel: Works on normal SMS Channel
· Integrated with Phone book
· Detailed Logs

Key Management:

· User can change keys by themselves, without any restrictions on number of time or for them to contact us. Complete control at all times.
· Keys are not exchanged at any time during the SMS sending thus ensuring that no one, including the network provider can listen to the calls.
· The software and SMS logs are password protected so that no one can view the calling activity when they have access to the handset.
· Secure call logs are not viewable in the normal call registry of the phone.