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https://github.com/ameya-kawade/vaultbox

VaultBox is a privacy-focused communication and storage platform that ensures data ownership without third-party reliance. It integrates secure chat, video meetings, file storage, and authentication to provide a scalable and confidential ecosystem.
https://github.com/ameya-kawade/vaultbox

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VaultBox is a privacy-focused communication and storage platform that ensures data ownership without third-party reliance. It integrates secure chat, video meetings, file storage, and authentication to provide a scalable and confidential ecosystem.

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# VaultBox



VaultBox is a cutting-edge, privacy-first solution focused on ensuring data ownership and eliminating dependency on third-party providers. Designed as a comprehensive communication and storage platform, VaultBox integrates secure chat, video meetings, file storage, and robust authentication to create a resilient ecosystem that prioritizes confidentiality, scalability, and user autonomy.



## Table of Contents



- [Overview](#overview)

- [Features](#features)

- [Technology Stack](#technology-stack)

- [Architecture](#architecture)

- [Security Considerations](#security-considerations)

- [Future Enhancements](#future-enhancements)

- [Contributing](#contributing)

- [License](#license)



## Overview



VaultBox is engineered for modern enterprises and individual users who require uncompromised control over their data. By integrating a variety of open-source tools and in-house developments, VaultBox delivers a unified experience that encompasses:



- **Secure Communication:** Real-time chat with end-to-end encryption and cipher modes ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.

- **Seamless Meetings:** Integrated video conferencing via Jitsi Meet, embedded directly into the frontend.

- **Decentralized File Storage:** Minio-powered storage with robust encryption to safeguard sensitive files.

- **Dynamic Authentication:** OTP-based authentication providing secure access to the platform.

- **Scalability:** Designed with a microservices architecture and containerization to ensure high availability and load balancing.



## Features



- **Privacy by Design:** Emphasizes data ownership with no reliance on external third-party services.

- **End-to-End Encrypted Chat:** Utilizes Node.js, Express, and Socket.io with a Redis adapter to efficiently handle real-time communication in a clustered environment.

- **OTP-based Authentication:** Secure user verification via one-time passwords, enhancing access security.

- **Integrated Video Conferencing:** Jitsi Meet is seamlessly integrated into the frontend using the React SDK.

- **Robust File Storage:** Powered by Minio with built-in end-to-end encryption for secure file management.

- **Advanced Encryption Techniques:** React-based frontend uses Kyber for encrypting messages and securely stores keys in IndexedDB.

- **Cipher Mode:** Innovative communication mode where messages appear obfuscated during transit yet render correctly on the recipient’s device.

- **Load Balancing:** Nginx as a reverse proxy to manage load balancing across chat and authentication services.

- **Containerization:** Docker is utilized for deploying Minio, MongoDB, Nginx, Jitsi Meet, and Node.js applications for streamlined operations and maintenance.



## Technology Stack



- **Backend:**

  - Node.js

  - Express.js

  - Socket.io (with Redis adapter for clustering support)

  - Redis (as an adapter for Socket.io in a clustered environment)

- **Authentication:**

  - OTP-based mechanisms built with Node.js

- **Video Conferencing:**

  - Jitsi Meet (integrated via React SDK)

- **File Storage:**

  - Minio (with end-to-end encryption)

- **Frontend:**

  - React.js

  - Kyber encryption library for secure message encryption

  - IndexedDB for secure key storage

- **Database:**

  - MongoDB

- **Reverse Proxy and Load Balancing:**

  - Nginx

- **Containerization:**

  - Docker



## Architecture



VaultBox leverages a microservices architecture to decouple services and ensure resilience and scalability. Key architectural highlights include:



- **Microservices Deployment:** Each core functionality—chat, authentication, file storage, and video conferencing—is encapsulated within its own service.

- **Containerized Environment:** Docker containers are used to deploy and manage services, simplifying orchestration and enhancing system reliability.

- **Scalable Communication:** The chat system is designed using Node.js clustering, with a Redis adapter integrated into Socket.io to efficiently manage real-time communications across multiple instances.

- **Load Balancing:** Nginx efficiently distributes incoming requests to ensure high availability and fault tolerance.

- **End-to-End Security:** All data exchanges are encrypted, with additional encryption layers applied at the file and message level to secure user data.



## Security Considerations



VaultBox incorporates multiple layers of security to ensure data privacy and integrity:



- **End-to-End Encryption:** All communications, including chat messages and file transfers, are encrypted.

- **OTP-Based Authentication:** Enhances user verification and secures access to services.

- **Container Isolation:** Docker containers provide isolated environments for each service, reducing the risk of cross-service vulnerabilities.

- **Reverse Proxy Security:** Nginx ensures secure and efficient load balancing, protecting backend services from direct exposure.



## Future Enhancements



- **AI-Powered Threat Detection:** Incorporate machine learning algorithms to detect and mitigate potential security threats.

- **Expanded Protocol Support:** Integrate additional secure communication protocols to further enhance data privacy.



## Contributing



We welcome contributions that drive innovation and enhance the functionality of VaultBox. To contribute:



1. Fork the repository.

2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.

3. Commit your changes and open a pull request detailing your modifications.

4. Ensure that all new code is thoroughly documented and tested.



## License



This project is licensed under the [MIT License](LICENSE).



VaultBox is committed to delivering a secure, innovative, and user-centric experience. For further information or collaboration inquiries, please contact our development team.