v1.0.0 - Password Sentinel Initial Release

PasswordSentinel v1.0.0

🚀 Release: Initial Launch

We're excited to announce the initial release of PasswordSentinel, a secure, local-only password manager built with Java and Java Swing GUI.

🔒 About PasswordSentinel

PasswordSentinel is designed with your privacy in mind. All data stays on your device, ensuring complete privacy while offering strong password generation and safe storage.

🌟 Key Features

• Secure Local Storage: All your passwords are stored locally on your device.
• Password Generation: Create strong passwords with customizable options.
• Password Strength Calculation: Get visual feedback on your password strength.
• User-Friendly Interface: Easily manage your passwords with our intuitive UI.
• Search Functionality: Quickly find your saved passwords.
• Password Reveal/Hide: Toggle visibility of your passwords as needed.
• Edit and Delete Options: Manage your saved passwords with ease.

📁 Project Structure

The project consists of the following main components:

• PasswordSentinel.java: Main application class
• LoginDialog.java: Handles user authentication
• PasswordManager.java: Manages password storage and retrieval
• PasswordGenerator.java: Generates secure passwords
• PasswordStrengthCalculator.java: Calculates password strength
• GeneratorPanel.java: UI for password generation
• SavedPasswordsPanel.java: UI for managing saved passwords
• PasswordStrengthCheckerPanel.java: UI for checking password strength
• SavePasswordDialog.java: Dialog for saving or editing passwords
• PasswordEntry.java: Represents a single password entry
• EncryptionUtil.java: Handles encryption and decryption of password data

🔐 Security Notes

• Passwords are stored locally in an encrypted passwords.dat file.
• AES encryption is used for storing passwords.
• Users should ensure their device is secure to protect stored passwords.

👥 Contributors

A big thank you to our contributors:

• @CyberSphinxxx
• @davenarchives
• @rhoii
• @BisayangProgrammer
• @HarryGwapo

📝 License

© 2024 Password Sentinel. All rights reserved.

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We hope you enjoy using PasswordSentinel! Your feedback and contributions are welcome as we continue to improve and secure your password management experience.