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Digital5 min read

A self-managed password architecture using pass, GnuPG, YubiKey, Git, and an offline LUKS vault, with protection matched to credential sensitivity.

Intermediate

Digital9 min read

Keep the OpenPGP primary private key offline, use subkeys for daily operations, and test recovery before removing any key.

Expert

Digital8 min read

Use a hardware token for daily OpenPGP operations, preserve a tested key backup, and plan account recovery before losing the device.

Expert