Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a digital publication system configured to operate in conjunction with a communication network having a content provider system, and a host device operated by a user. The digital publication system comprises an authentication system, a data distribution system and a secure processing system, wherein the authentication system is configured to provide authorization for the user to access the digital publication system. The data distribution system further comprises a data locator and a data request manager, wherein the data locator and data request manager operate in conjunction with each other to provide requested data to the host device. The secure processing system comprises a protocol application for securing the transmission of some user information to and from the host device, wherein securing the transmission.