Security

The New Standard for Online Engagement and Real Time Collaboration

While setting out to develop a simpler and more robust mechanism for real time collaboration, Samesurf established a new legal and security standard for external communications that protects client systems & data.

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No Installs, Engineering, Code Placements or IT Modifications

Samesurf is a content-first, visual engagement platform that enables a virtually unlimited number of remote users to experience the same content in real time from any device or browser without installs, engineering, code placements or network modifications of any kind.

The install and code-free nature of our offerings are complemented by enterprise grade security features such as single tab sharing, element redaction and input field blocking. These elements distinguish Samesurf as a significantly more secure, higher performing and fully interactive alternative to legacy systems like sharing screens or remote desktop.

Samesurf runs all traffic flows through https ports 80 and 443. In contrast to solutions that rely on WebRTC for data transport, our solution is essentially treated as a website so there are no port modifications or network changes required to utilize our platform.

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Redaction of Sensitive Screen Elements like Passwords

Samesurf invented the ability to block sensitive web elements and input fields like credit card numbers, personally identifiable information and other forms of data from being seen by unauthorized users during shared sessions. Our technology also has the ability to block or redact any field or class of content within individual webpages or other forms of content.

Samesurf is widely noted for solving the issues that emanate from alternative real time collaboration and visual engagement technologies. These shortcomings include install and coding requirements, subpar graphical fidelity, lack of support across platforms, one-way interactivity, limited user counts and exceedingly high resource utilization rates for elements like CPU, GPU and bandwidth.

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Security Focused Deployments and Implementations

The Samesurf Server Side REST API enables clients to directly build Samesurf integrations such as launch buttons and Join a Room boxes into their existing web experiences and user journeys. These offerings leverage a unique series of API Keys and Secrets that leverage JWT Tokens for authentication purposes.

The prime hosting mechanism for Samesurf is cloud-based deployment but we also enable clients to host deployments within their own cloud hosted environments. Our hosting partners include IBM Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud. For regulatory compliance, we are able to confine data transports within a single territory or regions such as the EU and Germany.

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Cobrowsing without Data Storage or Processing

Samesurf does not store, effect or process any of the individual elements that occur within individual co-browsing sessions. No data is ever written to disc and all transmitted data is disposed of at the conclusion of every individual session. Samesurf stores generic analytics information relating to URL history, interaction history, session duration and participant numbers if and only if these elements are authorized for capture by our clients. This analytics information originates within the Samesurf database and is then displayed within our dashboard or for client access via our Server Side REST API.

Samesurf has developed a truly unique and patented feature that enables the leader to pass control to any other session participant within the same page by clicking a single button. Samesurf also recently launched a multi-leader mode function that allows all collaborators to interact with the same content without having to pass control at all. These types of in-page joint interaction and control passing are non-invasive alternatives to remote desktop that solve the security and performance issues that are significant drawbacks of that competing technology.

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Restriction of View Access to a Single or Multiple Browser Tabs

Samesurf co-browsing enables participants to share either a single browser tab or multiple new tabs in real-time. As such, the leader’s desktop elements or existing tabs are never exposed to unauthorized users. For security purposes, all sessions are encrypted with enterprise level TLS/SSL encryption and are hosted within secure https:// domains.

Samesurf enables participants to go far beyond sharing preexisting online content via the Upload and Share feature. This component enables participants to upload any document, video, presentation or image to the Samesurf Cloud so that it’s instantly viewable with HD quality video and audio fidelity for all participants. It’s essential to note that the Upload & Share feature embeds our co-browsing code within each file to enable hosts to share their files in real time without having to formally launch Samesurf Sessions.

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Shared Browsing Without Exposing the Desktop

In comparison to real time collaboration offerings that define themselves as “video first” platforms which treat content sharing as a secondary point of emphasis, Samesurf is a “content-first” offering that also integrates world class video chat, voice & other complementary systems to properly simulate the experience of being together in real time.

Samesurf supports sharing of all forms of content including static, framed, presentation and rich media content without ever forcing users to expose sensitive elements on their desktop. Our co-browsing solution is the first and only offering to support synchronized browsing of sophisticated web technologies like WebGL and SVG Animations as competing offerings are limited to supporting much more simplistic websites.

Samesurf vs Screen Sharing

Security

No Install Requirements of any Kind

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No Software Dependencies

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Maintains Privacy of the User System

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Ability to Block Sensitive Input Fields

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Performance

Ability to Block Sensitive Input Fields

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Lower CPU, GPU & Bandwidth Utilization

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Perfectly Synchronized Video Sharing

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Usability & Scaling

Virtually Unlimited Number of Users

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Effective for Multiple Use Cases

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Supports Mobile Out of the Box

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Integrates Directly into Other Apps

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Features

Control Passing within the Same Page

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Upload & Share for Docs and Videos

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Install-Free Screen Sharing for Desktop

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HD Video Conferencing

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Hi-Fidelity Audio Conferencing

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Screen Recording

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Sensitive Element Redaction

Element redaction of secure elements like credit card numbers safeguards data during shared sessions.

TLS/SSL Encryption

Enterprise grade encryption safeguards client data while ensuring compliance with strict security requirements.

Single or Multi-Tab Cobrowsing

Cobrowse restricts collaboration to a single browser tab with the ability to toggle into multi-tab sharing mode.

The New Standard for Real Time Collaboration

Enterprise Software for Every Enterprise

Samesurf Pro includes features for conducting sessions from within our Dashboard while Samesurf Enterprise supports direct integrations and a slew of customized options.

Pro

This option includes essential features for the Stand Alone Service.

$40/mo*

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  • Install & Code-Free Cobrowse
  • In-Page Control Passing
  • HD Audio & Video Chat
  • Upload & Share with 10GB Storage
  • Traditional Screen Sharing
  • High Definition Video Sharing
  • Instant Text & Link Messaging
  • Session Scheduling
  • Comprehensive Analytics
  • Help Center Support

Enterprise

This option includes the Pro Version and Custom Feature Sets.

Custom

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  • Website & App Integration via REST API
  • Screen Redaction for Sensitive Elements
  • Mobile App Cobrowsing for iOS & Android
  • Solo Tenant & Self-Hosted Cloud Deployments
  • Dedicated Server Based Pricing
  • Interface White Labeling
  • Domain Whitelisting
  • Session Recording
  • Management Portal Access
  • Priority Support & Enhanced SLAs