Documentation
Getting Started
Installation
Install xVault from the Chrome Web Store:
- Visit the Chrome Web Store
- Search for "xVault" or visit directly:
https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/xvault/lnlkddgipmbhfhigcdnialkpindadhgo?authuser=3&hl=en-GB
- Click "Add to Chrome"
- Confirm the installation in the popup
- The xVault icon will appear in your browser toolbar
https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/xvault/lnlkddgipmbhfhigcdnialkpindadhgo?authuser=3&hl=en-GB
First Use
After installation, you'll need to set up your account:
- Click the xVault icon in your browser toolbar
- Create a master password (make it strong!)
- Click "Create Account"
- Start adding your text snippets
Basic Usage
Adding Text Snippets
- Click the "+" button or "Add New Snippet"
- Choose a title for your snippet
- Enter your text content
- Select a folder (optional)
- Click "Save"
Organizing with Folders
Keep your snippets organized:
- Create folders for different categories (work, personal, etc.)
- Drag and drop snippets between folders
- Use descriptive folder names
- Color-code your folders for quick identification
Advanced Features
Search and Filter
Quickly find what you need:
- Use the search bar to find snippets by title or content
- Filter by folder to narrow down results
- Use keyboard shortcuts for faster access
Import/Export
Backup and migrate your data:
- Export your snippets as JSON or CSV
- Import from other snippet managers
- Regular backups are recommended
Security
How Your Data is Protected
- All data is encrypted locally using strong encryption
- Your master password is never stored or transmitted
- Data stays on your device - we don't have access to it
- Even we can't see your snippets
Security Tip: Choose a strong master password and don't share it with anyone.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Extension not appearing
Make sure the extension is enabled in chrome://extensions/
Forgot master password
Unfortunately, we can't recover your password due to encryption. You'll need to reset the extension and start fresh.
Snippets not saving
Check that you have enough storage space and that the extension has proper permissions.