Security Built for Intellectual Property Professionals
When you trust Black Hills AI with your intellectual property, you’re trusting us with some of your organization’s most valuable information. That’s a responsibility we take seriously.
Founded by experienced patent attorneys, Black Hills AI understands the confidentiality standards intellectual property professionals uphold every day. That’s why security isn’t simply built into our technology. It’s built into the way we work.
Whether you’re using Otto IP™, managing IP renewals, or outsourcing docketing and paralegal support, your confidential information is protected by secure technology, disciplined processes, and a team that understands what’s at stake.
Why Security Matters
Every patent application, invention disclosure, trademark filing, and portfolio record represents years of innovation and valuable intellectual property.
Choosing an AI partner means choosing a partner you can trust with that information.
At Black Hills AI, we believe innovation should never come at the expense of security. Our infrastructure, platforms, and internal processes are designed to help protect your confidential information so you can confidently embrace AI.
How Black Hills AI Protects Your Confidential Information
Protecting confidential information requires more than secure software. It requires secure infrastructure, trusted people, disciplined processes, and technology purpose-built for intellectual property professionals.
That’s why Black Hills AI approaches security from every angle.
Infrastructure Security
Our U.S.-based infrastructure helps protect sensitive information through encrypted communications, secure authentication, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and restricted encryption key access.
Product Security
Black Hills AI solutions operate within closed AI environments using zero data retention and encryption to help ensure your confidential information remains protected throughout every workflow.
Organizational Security
Security begins with people. Employee background checks, confidentiality agreements, and clearly defined security responsibilities help ensure your information is handled responsibly across our organization.
Operational Security
Documented security procedures, secure software development, risk assessments, continuous monitoring, and change management help strengthen our security posture and support evolving security requirements.
Built by Patent Attorneys. Trusted by IP Professionals.
Most AI platforms are designed for general business applications.
Black Hills AI was built by patent attorneys who understand the unique confidentiality requirements of intellectual property law. We’ve managed the same sensitive information our clients trust us to help protect today, and that experience shapes every solution we build, helping law firms and corporate legal departments modernize their workflows without compromising security, confidentiality, or client trust.
Flexible AI Security Options
Every organization has unique security and governance requirements. For organizations requiring additional control, Black Hills AI offers Bring Your Own Key (BYOK), allowing your team to integrate our AI solutions with approved internal infrastructure while maintaining your own security policies.
Security FAQ
Does Black Hills AI use my data to train AI models?
No. Black Hills AI uses closed AI environments with zero data retention, meaning your confidential information is never used to train public AI models.
Where is my data hosted?
Our infrastructure, servers, and support are based in the United States, helping reduce risks associated with offshore data processing.
How is my information protected?
Black Hills AI combines secure infrastructure, encryption, documented security policies, and continuous monitoring to help safeguard confidential intellectual property.
Can Black Hills AI support our organization's security requirements?
Yes. Organizations with additional governance requirements can take advantage of Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) for greater control over their AI environment.
Questions About Our Security Practices?
Trust begins with transparency.
If you’d like to learn more about our security practices, data handling procedures, or how Black Hills AI supports your organization’s security requirements, our team is here to help.