Project Details
Case Study: Waterhouse Invest — Building a Secure Communication Platform through the Cryptico Messenger.
- project type: Internal SaaS Startup by Waterhouse Investment OÜ
- product: Cryptico
The Idea
In a time where data breaches and digital surveillance are rampant, we at Waterhouse Invest set out to build a secure, private, and user-friendly messaging tool.
We noticed a market gap: no existing solution combined:
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Maximum anonymity
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Full control over data
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User-friendly interface
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Transparent, modern encryption technology
Our goal was clear: to build a private messenger that is as secure as it is intuitive.
The Product
That’s how Cryptico was born — our flagship secure messenger designed for total privacy, end-to-end encryption, and effortless communication in both private and group settings.
🔐 Core Features:
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Encrypted text messaging
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Secure file and image sharing
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Self-destructing messages
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Group chats
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No login required — no phone number, email, or password needed
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Unique ID-based communication
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Proprietary key exchange system
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100% self-hosted, with no third-party integrations
Technology Stack
At the heart of Cryptico lies robust end-to-end encryption, powered by:
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AES-256 for high-speed symmetric encryption
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RSA-4096 for secure key generation and asymmetric encryption
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PGP principles for digital signatures and identity verification
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Zero-knowledge architecture — even we can’t read your messages
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Full client-side data encryption
Target Audience
Cryptico is built for anyone who considers privacy not a luxury, but a necessity:
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Entrepreneurs discussing sensitive deals
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Journalists and activists under scrutiny
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Legal professionals communicating with clients
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Government workers handling confidential data
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Any user who values freedom from surveillance
Current Status
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MVP is now live at cryptico.chat
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Mobile apps available on App Store and Google Play
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Early adopters from legal and financial sectors
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Initial user base from Europe, Ukraine, and the U.S.
Roadmap
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Adding voice and video calling
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Anonymous polling and group voting
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Development of a desktop app
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Launch of premium features for businesses
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Public release of white-label enterprise solution
Summary
At Waterhouse Invest, we’re building more than just a messenger — we’re building a tool for freedom of expression, total privacy, and digital self-sovereignty. In a world where every message is scanned and every click is tracked, Cryptico offers a rare space where your conversations stay truly private.
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