Apple Notes Security Basics Overview Apple Notes security involves three layers: macOS TCC (Transparency, Consent, and Control) which gates which apps can send Apple Events to Notes.app, the macOS sandbox that prevents direct database access, and iCloud encryption that protects notes in transit and at rest. For automation scripts, the primary security concerns are: preventing unauthorized Apple Events access, securing exported note data, avoiding credential leakage in scripts, and understanding the difference between standard and end-to-end encrypted (locked) notes. Security Checklist - [ ] S…