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diff --git a/src/content/docs/overview/glance.mdx b/src/content/docs/overview/glance.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..99bfc0e --- /dev/null +++ b/src/content/docs/overview/glance.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,142 @@ +--- +title: "GpgFrontend: Your OpenPGP Companion" +sidebar: + label: At a Glance + order: 1 +--- + +import { Tabs, TabItem } from "@astrojs/starlight/components"; + +**GpgFrontend** is not just another [OpenPGP](https://www.openpgp.org/) +tool—it’s your fast, portable, and truly independent encryption companion. +Whether you’re just starting out or already a privacy expert, GpgFrontend +empowers you with secure communication—no clutter, no bloat, total control. + +## Why GpgFrontend? + +GpgFrontend is more than a simple “button-and-command” wrapper around GnuPG. +Every detail is designed for real-world usability, security, and portability: + +- **Effortless Encryption & Signing:** Quickly encrypt, decrypt, and sign texts, + files, and emails in one click. +- **Multiple Independent Key Databases:** Manage different keys and identities + for various projects or teams—keep everything organized and secure. +- **Truly Portable:** Run GpgFrontend from a USB drive and carry your keys and + settings easily between devices. +- **Advanced Yet Accessible:** Supports modern algorithms (RSA, EdDSA, ECDSA, + ECDH, etc.), advanced features like KeyPackage, public key sync, + backup/restore, and powerful security options—all while remaining easy for + beginners. +- **Error Prevention:** Built-in checks, clear workflows, and guidance help you + avoid accidental mistakes. +- **Lightweight & Efficient:** No browser engines, no heavy frameworks. Minimal + memory usage, instant startup, and zero background bloat. +- **Consistent Experience Everywhere:** Native support for Windows, macOS, + Linux, and buildable on FreeBSD—always the same look and feel. + +> Give GpgFrontend a ⭐ on [GitHub](https://github.com/saturneric/GpgFrontend). +> Your support helps our community grow and brings strong privacy to everyone. + +## Who Is GpgFrontend For? + +- Anyone seeking strong encryption without a steep learning curve. +- Users who value true cross-platform portability—run anywhere, even from a USB + stick. +- Professionals who need advanced key management and modern cryptography. +- Privacy advocates who demand open-source, no vendor lock-in, and no hidden + data collection. +- Users who want to stay up-to-date—GpgFrontend quickly adopts the latest stable + GnuPG releases and cryptographic innovations. +- Those who value a minimal attack surface—no web engines, telemetry, or + unnecessary dependencies. + +## What Problems Does GpgFrontend Solve? + +- Makes OpenPGP encryption accessible, even for non-technical users. +- Avoids the “feature bloat” and confusion of other frontends—no X.509, no + unrelated complexity. +- Enables advanced security options and portable key management out of the box. +- Ensures your encryption is always under your control—never tied to cloud + services or proprietary platforms. + +## User Interface Glimpse + +GpgFrontend’s interface is designed for clarity and efficiency, not for show. No +flashy graphics, no trendy animations—just the simplest layouts and most direct +logic to help you get professional results. + +- **Lightweight:** Minimal memory usage and instant startup. +- **Practical:** Every function is easy to find, every action is straightforward. +- **Uncluttered:** Advanced features are organized and hidden until needed; + beginners see only what matters. +- **Consistent:** The app works the same across Windows, macOS, and Linux. + +<Tabs> + <TabItem label="macOS"> +  + </TabItem> + <TabItem label="Windows"> +  + </TabItem> + <TabItem label="Linux"> +  + </TabItem> +</Tabs> + +:::tip[Note] + +Most screenshots in this manual are from the macOS version to ensure consistent +quality and style. The core features and workflows are the same across all +platforms, even if fonts or window borders look slightly different. + +::: + +## Mission and Origins + +GpgFrontend draws its inspiration and core philosophy from the stable, portable, +and cross-platform [gpg4usb](https://www.gpg4usb.org/) project. Inheriting the +spirit of true portability and platform independence, GpgFrontend builds on this +foundation to deliver even more advanced features, modern algorithm support, and +an intuitive user experience. Our mission is to make powerful OpenPGP encryption +truly accessible—simple, robust, and convenient for everyone, on any major +operating system. + +## Open Source, Always + +As a community-driven, open-source project, GpgFrontend is entirely free and +transparent, welcoming contributions, feedback, and ideas from users worldwide. + +## User-Driven Development + +What truly sets GpgFrontend apart is its commitment to users. From day one, +nearly every piece of user feedback—whether about interface design, new +features, or compatibility—has been addressed in the very next release. Your +ideas and needs directly shape the roadmap. GpgFrontend evolves with you, not +just for you. + +## Your Privacy First + +GpgFrontend is built with privacy as its top priority—designed for true offline +security. No telemetry, no cloud syncing, and no outside dependencies. All +encryption, decryption, and signing are performed **locally** on your device, so +your secrets never leave your machine. + +Whether you’re online or offline, your data remains 100% under your control. +Join us in making encryption simple, robust, and truly private—because your +privacy is non-negotiable. + +## Explore the Source + +Dive into the development journey on GitHub, where every line of code, each +update, and user feedback converge to refine and enhance GpgFrontend. + +- [Source Code of Application](https://github.com/saturneric/GpgFrontend) +- [Source Code of User Manual](https://github.com/saturneric/GpgFrontend-Manual) + +**Current Manual Version:** +[v2.1.9](https://github.com/saturneric/GpgFrontend/releases/tag/v2.1.9) + +## License and Contributions + +GpgFrontend is licensed under GPL-3.0. Contributions—from issue reports to code +patches—are warmly welcomed. |