Vault 80
Self-hosted 1Password 6 replica
A self-hosted password manager that keeps the simplicity of 1Password 6 — local-first, private, no subscription, and able to read my existing password data.
Timeline
2026
Role
Solo — design & build
Focus
Security & privacy
01 — The Problem
1Password 6 was simple and worked exactly how I liked it, but newer versions moved to a subscription and a cloud-first model I did not want. I had years of password data and no calm way to keep using it on my own terms.
02 — The Solution
Vault 80 is a local-first password manager that imports my existing 1Password data and keeps the parts of the old experience I valued. Everything stays encrypted on my own machine — no subscription, no cloud dependency.
03 — How It Works
From idea to finished result.
- 1
Import
Existing 1Password data is read and imported, nothing left behind.
- 2
Encrypt Locally
Secrets are encrypted on-device with a master password.
- 3
Unlock
Access requires the master password, or Touch ID.
- 4
Manage
Browse, search, edit, and generate strong passwords.
- 5
Stay in Control
Data never leaves the machine.
04 — Key Features
What it does.
05 — Why It Matters
Passwords are sensitive and personal. Keeping them under my own control — without a recurring fee or a forced cloud — is both cheaper and more private.
A look inside
06 — Impact & Value
What it’s worth.
No subscription
Replaces a recurring cost with a tool I own outright.
Full control
Data stays encrypted, local, and mine.
07 — Tech Stack
08 — What I Learned
Takeaways.
- How encryption and key derivation actually work in practice
- How to migrate real data without losing anything
- That “simple and mine” is sometimes better than feature-rich
- The discipline of handling sensitive data carefully
I love turning ideas into practical solutions. Vault 80 is one of many projects where I explore how AI and product thinking can create real value for everyday people.