Trust Vault

Product Introduction

1. Trust Vault is an open-source solution for creating encrypted containers and securely transferring sensitive data. It combines military-grade encryption with flexible access management to protect personal and professional information.
2. The core value lies in its ability to eliminate data leakage risks through decentralized storage, cryptographic access distribution, and offline operation capabilities that bypass cloud dependency.

Main Features

1. Shamir’s Secret Sharing: Implements multi-access control through cryptographic secret splitting, allowing secure distribution of container access rights without centralized storage of credentials.
2. AES-256 Encryption: Uses modern encryption algorithms with 256-bit keys for container protection, including authenticated encryption with associated data (AEAD) for tamper-proof security.
3. Version-Specific Deployment: Offers standalone (Single), enterprise-ready, and cloud-sync versions with CI/CD integration capabilities through CLI/core components for DevOps workflows.

Problems Solved

1. Addresses vulnerabilities in traditional cloud storage by enabling local encryption with optional sharing, eliminating third-party trust requirements for sensitive government, legal, or medical data.
2. Designed for security-conscious users including corporate teams managing confidential documents, families sharing private records, and IT professionals requiring automated encryption workflows.
3. Supports use cases ranging from personal will storage to enterprise-scale document collaboration, with future roadmap plans for encrypted cloud synchronization and audit-compliant access controls.

Unique Advantages

1. Differentiates through true offline operation in Single version (no internet/signups) and open-source transparency, allowing independent verification of security claims and customization.
2. Innovates with hybrid deployment models - from local GUI applications to headless CLI implementations suitable for automated backup systems and DevOps pipelines.
3. Competes through zero-cost personal usage model and upcoming enterprise features including self-hosted deployment, granular permission controls, and infrastructure integration capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What encryption standards does Trust Vault use? All containers use AES-256-GCM authenticated encryption with PBKDF2 key derivation (100,000+ iterations), meeting NIST recommendations for sensitive data protection.
2. Can I audit the security implementation? Yes, being open-source allows full code review of encryption processes and container management logic through publicly accessible repositories.
3. What's the difference between Single and Enterprise versions? Single operates locally without accounts, while Enterprise (upcoming) adds multi-user management, audit logs, and Active Directory integration for organizations.
4. Which platforms are supported? Current beta supports Windows (32/64-bit), macOS (Intel/Apple Silicon), and Linux via AppImage, with mobile versions planned in roadmap.
5. How is data recovery handled? Uses Shamir's Secret Sharing for backup key distribution - users define how many key fragments are required to reconstruct access (e.g., 3-of-5 family members).