Understanding Amazon Q’s security model is crucial for safe usage in professional environments.

Data Privacy

  • Code snippets are processed by AWS
  • No code is stored permanently
  • Conversations are encrypted in transit
  • AWS doesn’t train models on your code

Security Best Practices

// ❌ Don't share sensitive data:
const API_KEY = "sk-1234567890abcdef"; // Avoid
const PASSWORD = "mySecretPass123"; // Never

// ✅ Use placeholders instead:
const API_KEY = process.env.API_KEY; // Safe
const PASSWORD = process.env.DB_PASSWORD; // Secure

Enterprise Security Features

  • AWS IAM integration
  • VPC endpoint support
  • CloudTrail logging
  • Compliance certifications (SOC, ISO)

Safe Usage Guidelines

  • Remove sensitive data before sharing code
  • Use environment variables for secrets
  • Review generated code for security issues
  • Follow your organization’s AI usage policies

Amazon Q is designed with enterprise security in mind, but proper usage practices are essential.