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pa

Simple password manager with age encryption in portable POSIX shell

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Description

pa is a simple password manager that uses age encryption for security. Written in portable POSIX shell, it is minimal, auditable, and follows the UNIX philosophy.

When to use this tool

✓ Good fit when
  • User wants a minimal, auditable password manager
  • User prefers POSIX shell tools
  • User trusts age encryption
✕ Avoid when
  • User needs a full-featured password manager
  • User needs browser integration

AI Summary

A minimal password manager using age encryption, written in portable POSIX shell for simplicity and auditability.

Capabilities

  • + Store and retrieve passwords securely
  • + age-based encryption
  • + Portable POSIX shell implementation
  • + Simple and auditable codebase

Use When

  • → User wants a minimal, auditable password manager
  • → User prefers POSIX shell tools
  • → User trusts age encryption

Avoid When

  • x User needs a full-featured password manager
  • x User needs browser integration
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