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# CyberVault
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# CyberVault - Secure Offline Password Manager for Windows
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![Project Status: Stable](https://img.shields.io/badge/status-stable-brightgreen.svg)
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CyberVault is a C#-based password manager app designed for users to securely store their passwords locally using high-end cryptography. Developed by **CyberHansen** and **CyberNilsen**, the app aims to provide a safe and easy-to-use solution for password management. Additional features, such as a Chrome extension and more cybersecurity tools, will be added in future updates. The program is only available on Windows.
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### ✅ Project Status: Stable
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CyberVault is feature-complete and considered stable. While major new features are not being added right now, bug fixes and small updates will continue.
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We welcome contributions, suggestions, and issue reports.
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![CyberVault Program](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/ad8568e6-56e0-4c2e-8e61-1d12526c7188)
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## 🚀 Features
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- 🔒 **Secure Password Storage**
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Passwords are encrypted locally using strong, industry-standard algorithms.
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- 🗄️ **Local-Only Storage**
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No third-party servers. You own your data, always.
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**CyberVault** is a free, open-source password manager and secure credential vault for Windows users who prioritize privacy and local data control. Built with C# and military-grade encryption, CyberVault stores all your passwords offline on your computer - no cloud, no third-party servers, complete privacy.
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- 🧠 **Simple UI with Strong Cryptography**
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Designed for usability without sacrificing security.
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> **Perfect for**: Security-conscious users, privacy advocates, businesses requiring offline password storage, and anyone seeking a reliable alternative to cloud-based password managers like LastPass, Bitwarden, or 1Password.
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- 🧩 **Google extension**
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[Chrome extension](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/cybervault-extension/apoijcgjdomcddnogcfjecfbgnnnhmdd?authuser=3&hl=en) is available to download.
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Developed by **CyberHansen** and **CyberNilsen** | Featured in *Laagendalsposten* newspaper 🇳🇴
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## 🛠️Technologies
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- **C#**: The app is built using C# for efficient and secure password management.
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- **Cryptography**: Utilizes advanced encryption methods to ensure password security.
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- **Everything is stored locally**: Stores passwords and related information locally.
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## 🧪Installation
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1. Clone this repository:
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### ✅ Project Status: Stable
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CyberVault is production-ready and actively maintained. While major new features are not being added right now, we continue releasing security updates and bug fixes.
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```bash
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git clone https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVault.git
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2. Open the project in Visual Studio.
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![CyberVault Program](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/ad8568e6-56e0-4c2e-8e61-1d12526c7188)
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3. Build and run the application.
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## 🎯 Why Choose CyberVault?
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**🔐 Ultimate Privacy**: Unlike online password managers, your sensitive data never leaves your device
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**🏠 100% Offline**: No internet required after installation - perfect for air-gapped systems
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**🛡️ Military-Grade Security**: AES encryption with industry-standard cryptographic algorithms
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**💻 Windows Native**: Optimized specifically for Windows 10/11 with native WPF interface
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**🆓 Completely Free**: Open-source MIT license - inspect the code yourself
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**🌐 Browser Integration**: Chrome extension available for seamless web password management
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## 🚀 Key Features
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### Password Management
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- **Secure Password Storage**: AES-256 encryption with PBKDF2 key derivation
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- **Password Generator**: Create strong, unique passwords with customizable complexity
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- **Auto-Fill Integration**: Chrome extension for automatic login form completion
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- **Import/Export**: Migrate from other password managers (CSV support)
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- **Search & Filter**: Quickly find credentials with built-in search functionality
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### Security Features
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- **Zero-Knowledge Architecture**: Only you have access to your master password
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- **Local Database Encryption**: SQLite database with full encryption at rest
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- **Secure Memory Handling**: Credentials cleared from memory after use
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- **Backup & Restore**: Encrypted backup files for data protection
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- **Two-Factor Authentication Ready**: Supports TOTP codes and 2FA workflows
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### User Experience
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- **Intuitive Interface**: Clean, modern WPF design optimized for Windows
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- **Fast Performance**: Native C# application with minimal resource usage
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- **Portable Mode**: Run from USB drive without installation
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- **Multiple Vaults**: Organize credentials into separate encrypted databases
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- **Dark/Light Themes**: Customizable appearance settings
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## 🛠️ Technology Stack
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- **Language**: C# (.NET Framework/Core)
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- **UI Framework**: WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation)
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- **Cryptography**: System.Security.Cryptography, AES-256, PBKDF2
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- **Database**: Encrypted file storage in user's AppData folder - no external database dependencies
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- **Browser Extension**: JavaScript/Chrome Extensions API
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- **Build System**: Visual Studio 2022, MSBuild
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## 🚀 Quick Start Installation
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### Method 1: Download Release (Recommended)
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1. Visit our [Releases page](https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVault/releases)
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2. Download the latest `CyberVault-v4.2.0-Setup.exe`
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3. Run installer and follow setup wizard
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4. Launch CyberVault from Start Menu
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### Method 2: Build from Source
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```bash
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# Clone the repository
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git clone https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVault.git
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cd CyberVault
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# Open in Visual Studio 2022
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# Build > Build Solution (Ctrl+Shift+B)
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# Debug > Start Without Debugging (Ctrl+F5)
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```
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### System Requirements
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- **OS**: Windows 10 version 1809 or later / Windows 11
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- **Framework**: .NET Framework 4.8 or .NET 6.0 Runtime
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- **Memory**: 512 MB RAM minimum (1 GB recommended)
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- **Storage**: 300 MB free disk space
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- **Architecture**: x64 (64-bit) systems only
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## 💡 Usage Guide
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### First Time Setup
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1. **Launch CyberVault** from desktop shortcut or Start Menu
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2. **Create Master Password**: Choose a strong, memorable master password
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3. **Set Security Settings**: Configure auto-lock timeout and backup preferences
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4. **Add Your First Password**: Click "Add New" to store your first credential
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### Daily Workflow
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- **Quick Access**: Use Ctrl+Alt+V hotkey to open CyberVault from anywhere
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- **Auto-Fill**: Install Chrome extension for seamless web form filling
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- **Search**: Type in search box to instantly find any stored password
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- **Generate**: Use built-in generator for new account passwords
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- **Backup**: Regular encrypted backups ensure you never lose data
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## 🌐 Browser Extension
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Install our **official Chrome extension** for seamless password management:
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- 🔗 [Download from Chrome Web Store](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/cybervault-extension/apoijcgjdomcddnogcfjecfbgnnnhmdd)
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- 🔗 [Extension Source Code](https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVaultExtension)
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**Extension Features:**
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- Auto-detect login forms on websites
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- One-click password filling
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- Generate passwords directly in browser
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- Secure communication with desktop app
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- Works with all Chromium browsers
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## 🔒 Security & Privacy
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### Encryption Details
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- **Algorithm**: AES-256 in CBC mode with PKCS7 padding
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- **Key Derivation**: PBKDF2-SHA256 with 1,000,000 iterations and cryptographically secure random salt
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- **Storage**: Encrypted files stored locally in `%AppData%\Roaming\CyberVault` - no database required
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- **Memory Protection**: Sensitive data cleared from memory after use with secure memory handling
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### Privacy Commitments
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- ✅ **No Data Collection**: We never collect, store, or transmit your data
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- ✅ **No Analytics**: No tracking, no telemetry, no usage statistics
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- ✅ **No Network Calls**: Application works 100% offline after installation
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- ✅ **Open Source**: All code is publicly auditable on GitHub
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- ✅ **Local Storage Only**: Everything stays on your computer, always
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### Security Auditing
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- Regular security reviews by the development team
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- Vulnerability reporting via security@cybervault.com
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- Automated dependency scanning with GitHub Security Advisories
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- Code signing with verified publisher certificate
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## 📊 Comparisons
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| Feature | CyberVault | LastPass | Bitwarden | 1Password |
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| **Offline Storage** | ✅ Complete | ❌ Cloud-only | ❌ Cloud-only | ❌ Cloud-only |
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| **Open Source** | ✅ MIT License | ❌ Proprietary | ✅ GPL | ❌ Proprietary |
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| **Windows Native** | ✅ WPF App | ❌ Web-based | ❌ Electron | ❌ Electron |
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| **Cost** | ✅ Free Forever | 💰 $3/month | 💰 $10/year | 💰 $36/year |
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| **Zero-Knowledge** | ✅ True Offline | ⚠️ Server-side | ⚠️ Server-side | ⚠️ Server-side |
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## 💡Usage
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Launch the CyberVault app.
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Create an account or log in with your credentials.
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Add, edit, and delete passwords in the secure database.
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## 🤝 Contributing
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All passwords are encrypted and stored locally for maximum security.
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We welcome contributions from the cybersecurity and open-source community!
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## 🤝 Contributing
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We love contributions!
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Got a feature idea? Found a bug? Please open an issue or submit a pull request.
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### Ways to Contribute
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- 🐛 **Bug Reports**: Found an issue? [Open an issue](https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVault/issues)
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- 💡 **Feature Requests**: Suggest improvements or new features
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- 🔧 **Code Contributions**: Submit pull requests for bug fixes or enhancements
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- 📖 **Documentation**: Help improve our documentation and guides
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- 🌐 **Translations**: Localize CyberVault for your language
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- 🔐 **Security Research**: Responsible disclosure of security vulnerabilities
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## 📜 License
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### Development Setup
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```bash
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git clone https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVault.git
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This project is licensed under the [MIT License](LICENSE).
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Please read our [Contributing Guidelines](CONTRIBUTING.md) and [Code of Conduct](CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md).
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## 🗞️ Media Spotlight
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## 📜 License & Legal
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This project is licensed under the [MIT License](LICENSE) - see the LICENSE file for details.
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We're proud to share that **CyberVault** was featured in our local newspaper, *Laagendalsposten*!
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It’s an exciting milestone for us, and we’re grateful for the recognition in Kongsberg. 🇳🇴
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**Legal Notice**: CyberVault is provided "as-is" without warranty. Users are responsible for maintaining backups of their password databases.
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## 🗞️ Media & Recognition
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**Featured in Laagendalsposten**: CyberVault was highlighted in Norway's local tech news for innovative cybersecurity solutions.
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🔗 [Read the full article (Norwegian)](https://www.laagendalsposten.no/andreas-og-mathias-vil-unnga-hackere-laget-losning-for-sikker-lagring/s/5-64-1548360)
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## 🌐 Learn More
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## 🌐 Links & Resources
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- 🌍 **Official Website**: [cybernilsen.github.io/CyberVault-website](https://cybernilsen.github.io/CyberVault-website/index.html)
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- 📱 **Chrome Extension**: [CyberVault Extension Repository](https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVaultExtension)
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- 📧 **Support Email**: cyberbrothershq@gmail.com
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- 🐛 **Bug Reports**: [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVault/issues)
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- 💬 **Discussions**: [GitHub Discussions](https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVault/discussions)
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## 🙌 Acknowledgments
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- **Website**: [CyberVault Website](https://cybernilsen.github.io/CyberVault-website/index.html)
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- **CyberVault Extension Code**: [CyberVault Extension](https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVaultExtension)
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### Beta Testers & Contributors
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Special thanks to our dedicated testers who helped make CyberVault secure and reliable:
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- [**Matvey**](https://github.com/JahBoiMat) - Security testing and penetration testing
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- [**Ådne**](https://github.com/Adnelilleskare) - UI/UX feedback and Windows compatibility testing
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- [**Fredrik**](https://github.com/JahnTeigen) - Performance optimization and feature testing
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### Open Source Dependencies
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- **SQLite** - Lightweight database engine
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- **Newtonsoft.Json** - JSON serialization framework
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- **System.Security.Cryptography** - .NET cryptographic APIs
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## 📬 Support
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For questions, bugs, or feature requests, please reach out at **cyberbrothershq@gmail.com** or [open an issue](https://github.com/CyberNilsen/CyberVault/issues).
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## 🙌 Thanks to Testers
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## ⭐ Support the Project
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Big shoutout to our awesome testers who helped us squash bugs and improve **CyberVault**:
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If CyberVault helps keep your passwords secure, please:
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- ⭐ **Star this repository** on GitHub
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- 🔄 **Share** with friends and colleagues who value privacy
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- 🐛 **Report bugs** to help us improve security
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- 💡 **Suggest features** for future versions
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- 🤝 **Contribute code** to the open-source community
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- [Matvey](https://github.com/JahBoiMat)
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- [Fredrik](https://github.com/JahnTeigen)
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**Download CyberVault today and take control of your digital security!**
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## ⭐ If you find this project useful, don’t forget to star the repo and share it!
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*Keywords: password manager, offline password manager, Windows password vault, secure credential storage, open source security, privacy-focused password manager, local password storage, encrypted password database, cybersecurity tools, password generator, Chrome extension password manager*

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