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maintained by a study group consisting of the founding group with other
interested implementers.


== What is the vision of LibrePGP?

"Libre" is derived from the Latin word for "free". It emphasizes freedom,
openness, and unrestricted use.

"PGP" stands for Pretty Good Privacy, the original encryption program developed
by Phil Zimmermann in 1991 that became the basis for the OpenPGP standard.

LibrePGP represents the next step for the future of OpenPGP:

Free and open::
LibrePGP aims to keep encryption technology accessible to all, free from
proprietary restrictions or government interference.

Stable and compatible::
It builds on 20+ years of OpenPGP experience, ensuring long-term stability and
compatibility with existing systems.

Security-focused::
LibrePGP prioritizes real-world security concerns over purely academic
interests, making it suitable for deployments in critical sectors.

Forward-looking::
LibrePGP represents a future for encrypted communication that supports rapid
evolution, incorporating new algorithms like OCB when beneficial.

Trusted::
With its commitment to open-source and collaboration among respected developers,
LibrePGP aims to be a globally trusted standard for secure communication.

The vision for LibrePGP is to ensure that strong, reliable encryption remains
freely available to defend privacy and secure communication worldwide. It seeks
to balance innovation with stability, ensuring that the technology evolves to
meet new challenges while maintaining the interoperability and reliability that
have made PGP a cornerstone of digital security for decades.


== Why is RNP Supporting LibrePGP?

We believe that LibrePGP is an essential step forward in preserving the core
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robust and flexible specification that is designed to meet the evolving needs of
secure communication.

LibrePGP is not just a specification. It is a movement -- a collaborative effort
to protect digital rights, support freedom of speech, and provide a robust
foundation for secure communication in an increasingly digital world.

LibrePGP is our bulwark against attempts to weaken encryption standards,
ensuring that individuals, journalists, activists, and organizations always have
access to strong, trustworthy encryption tools.

This is exactly why we are proud to support LibrePGP and contribute to its
contributions to its development and adoption.


== Long-term collaboration with g10 Code and Intevation

As the developer of RNP, Ribose works closely with g10 Code, the developer of
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