GenerateAPassword – Documentation 🔒📕

GenerateAPassword is a simple and powerful Chrome extension that helps you manage passwords, generate strong ones, and keep your notes secure—all while keeping your data safe and local. Let’s walk you through everything you need to know to get started and make the most of this tool!

📋 Table of Contents

🚀 Getting Started

Installing and Setting Up

  1. Add to Chrome: Download GenerateAPassword from the Chrome Web Store.
  2. Open the Extension: Click the extension icon in your browser toolbar to open the popup.
  3. Choose Your Setup:
    • New User? Select “Set Up New Vault” to create a fresh vault.
    • Returning User? Choose “Import Previous Profile” to restore your data.

Creating a New Vault

  1. Pick a strong master password (at least 8 characters).
  2. Confirm your password.
  3. Click “Set Password” to create your secure vault.
    💡 Tip: Write down your master password and keep it somewhere safe—you’ll need it to access your vault!

Restoring a Previous Profile

  1. Select “Import Previous Profile” from the setup screen.
  2. Upload your backup file (.vault).
  3. Enter your old master password.
  4. Your data will be imported automatically!

✨ What You Can Do

1. Password Vault

Keep all your website logins safe and organized.

  • Save Logins: Add your website credentials securely.
  • Auto-Fill: Let the extension fill in your login details for you (you can turn this off if you prefer).
  • Generate Passwords: Create strong passwords right from the vault.
  • Stay Organized: View, edit, or delete your saved logins anytime.

2. Password Generator

Create strong passwords in a snap!

  • Choose Length: Make passwords between 8 and 32 characters long.
  • One-Click Copy: Copy your new password to use it right away.
  • Instant Creation: Click “Generate” to get a new password instantly.

3. Clipboard Manager

Keep track of passwords you’ve copied.

  • See History: View recently copied passwords.
  • Auto-Clear: Set a timer to clear your clipboard automatically.
  • Manual Clear: Wipe your clipboard history whenever you want.
  • Set Limits: Decide how many items to keep in the history.

4. Secure Notes

Store sensitive info like credit card details or personal notes securely.

  • Encrypted Notes: Everything is locked with strong encryption.
  • Organize Easily: Add titles and content to your notes.
  • Manage Notes: Add, edit, or delete notes as needed.
  • Local Storage: Your notes stay on your device, not in the cloud.

🔐 How It Keeps You Safe

1. Strong Encryption

  • All your data is protected with AES-256 encryption (super secure!).
  • Only you can unlock it with your master password.
  • Everything stays on your device—no cloud, no worries.

2. Auto-Logout

  • Your vault locks automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity.
  • A countdown timer lets you know when it’ll lock.
  • You can lock it manually anytime.

3. Password Safety Tools

  • Generate strong passwords that are hard to crack.
  • See how strong your passwords are with a strength indicator.
  • Get insights into your password health with a security dashboard.

4. Data Protection

  • Your data is encrypted and stored locally.
  • The clipboard is handled securely to avoid leaks.
  • No data is sent to external servers—ever.
  • Regular checks keep everything safe.

🖥️ Exploring the Interface

Main Tabs

The extension has four main sections:

  • Vault: Manage your saved passwords.
  • Generator: Create new passwords.
  • Clipboard: Check your copied passwords.
  • Notes: View and manage your secure notes.

Inside the Vault

  • Add New: Save a new website login.
  • View All: See all your saved passwords in one place.
  • Search: Quickly find a specific login.
  • Export/Import: Back up or restore your vault.

Password Generator

  • Length Slider: Pick how long your password should be.
  • Generate Button: Create a new password.
  • Copy Button: Copy the password to your clipboard.
  • Preview: See the password before copying.

Secure Notes

  • Add Note: Create a new note.
  • Edit/Delete: Update or remove notes.
  • List View: See all your notes at a glance.
  • Search: Find a specific note quickly.

⚙️ Customizing Your Experience

General Settings

  • Theme: Choose Light, Dark, or match your system’s theme.
  • Auto-Fill: Turn auto-fill on or off for login forms.
  • Clipboard: Set how long copied passwords stay in your clipboard.
  • Security: Adjust security options to fit your needs.

Theme Options

  • Light Mode: Bright and clean.
  • Dark Mode: Easier on the eyes.
  • System Theme: Matches your device’s settings.
  • Custom Colors: Pick your own accent colors.

Security Settings

  • Auto-Logout Timer: Change how long before the vault locks.
  • Clipboard Security: Decide when to clear copied passwords.
  • Password Rules: Set minimum password standards.
  • Backups: Choose how often to back up your vault.

💾 Managing Your Data

Backup & Restore

  • Export Vault: Save a secure backup of your data.
  • Import Vault: Restore your data from a backup.
  • Password Check: You’ll need your master password to import.
  • Data Safety: Backups are checked to ensure they’re safe.

Organizing Your Data

  • Categories: Group your logins by type (e.g., social media, work).
  • Search: Find entries quickly.
  • Sort: Arrange your data by name, date, or other options.
  • Bulk Actions: Edit or delete multiple entries at once.

Storage Management

  • Local Storage: All data stays on your device.
  • Check Usage: See how much space your data is using.
  • Clean Up: Remove old or unused data.
  • Backup Files: Manage your backup files easily.

🛠️ Fixing Common Issues

Common Problems & Solutions

  1. Can’t Open the Vault?
    • Double-check your master password.
    • Make sure the file format is correct (.vault).
    • Check if the extension has the right permissions.
  2. Import/Export Not Working?
    • Ensure the file is a .vault file.
    • Verify your password is correct.
    • Check if you have enough storage space.
  3. Auto-Fill Not Working?
    • Turn on auto-fill in the settings.
    • Make sure the website is compatible.
    • Check if the form is detected properly.
  4. Clipboard Problems?
    • Look at your timeout settings.
    • Ensure the extension has clipboard permissions.
    • Try clearing the clipboard history manually.

Need More Help?

  • Visit generateapassword.com.
  • Check the full documentation.
  • Reach out to our support team.
    info@generateapassword.com

🌟 Tips for Best Use

Password Tips

  • Always use strong, unique passwords for each site.
  • Turn on auto-logout for extra safety.
  • Update your passwords regularly.
  • Keep your master password secure (don’t share it!).

Data Safety

  • Back up your vault regularly.
  • Store backups in a safe place.
  • Verify your backups to ensure they work.
  • Keep an eye on your activity logs.

Usage Tips

  • Don’t forget your master password—there’s no way to recover it!
  • Run security checks often to stay safe.
  • Update your logins when needed.
  • Monitor your vault for unusual activity.

🕵️ Privacy & Updates

Your Privacy Matters

We take your privacy seriously:

  • All your data stays on your device—no cloud storage.
  • Nothing is sent to external servers.
  • Everything is encrypted for maximum security.
  • We handle your data with care.

Keeping Things Fresh

We regularly update the extension with:

  • Better security features.
  • New tools to make your life easier.
  • Fixes for any bugs.
  • Improvements to make it faster.

📬 Get in Touch

Have questions? Want to learn more? Visit generateapassword.com for more info!