Gratitude and Acknowledgment
First and foremost, please allow us to express our deepest gratitude to the development team for the excellence already demonstrated in the design of Lumo. The integrated privacy features and the existing Local Mode are a testament to a remarkable commitment to user data protection.

1. Current Context (Respectful Observation)
   We have observed that switching between Local Mode and Web Mode currently requires navigating through the privacy settings. We fully understand that this design responds to security requirements and clarity of intent, which we commend.

2. Proposal for Contribution
   In a spirit of collaboration and service to users, we humbly suggest the integration of a dedicated switch for "Local Mode" directly on the main interface, coexisting with Web Mode.

The goal is to make this feature as immediately visible and accessible as the "Incognito/Private" icon in modern web browsers. Rather than navigating through menus, the user should be able to activate or deactivate this secure mode in a single gesture from the main conversation screen.

Suggested Technical Characteristics:

Strategic Placement: A switch or icon located in the sidebar or header of the application, within immediate reach.
Independent Page: Activating Local Mode would open an independent window or tab, creating a clear visual separation between the "Local" and "Web" environments. This isolation would reinforce the perception of confidentiality and prevent any confusion between the two modes.
Immediate Visibility: A clear visual indicator (change in color or icon) instantly signaling the active mode (Local vs. Web).
Ease of Use: Activation in a single click, without complex menu paths, facilitating a fluid transition according to immediate needs.
Contextual Preference: An option to remember the last used mode or define a default mode based on the user's context.
4. Potential Added Value
Benefit Impact
Fluidity Reduction of configuration time from several minutes to a few seconds
Adoption Encouragement to use Local Mode more frequently due to ease of access
Transparency Better visibility for the user regarding the active level of confidentiality
Experience Alignment with modern application UX standards
5. Security Considerations (Respect for Existing Principles)
We are aware that any interface modification must preserve the underlying security:

Switching must trigger an immediate purge of memory data from the previous mode.
An explicit confirmation must be requested before any transition to Web Mode (to avoid involuntary errors).
The history of mode changes can be logged locally for traceability, without storing conversation content.
6. Respect for the Existing Roadmap
We fully recognize that the development team already has an established roadmap. This suggestion is formulated in a spirit of voluntary contribution, without presuming urgency or priority. We would be honored if this idea could be considered during future reflection cycles, according to what best fits the product's overall vision.

1. Humble Conclusion We wish to reiterate our appreciation for the work accomplished by Proton. This proposal is merely one contribution among others, formulated with the utmost respect for the team's expertise and vision.