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About Document Storage
Oculock allows you to store important documents securely in your encrypted vault. This includes PDFs, images, identity documents, and other files. All documents are encrypted using AES-256 encryption before storage.
Storing Documents
Adding a Secure Document
- Tap the "+" button to add a new item
- Select "Secure Document" as the item type
- Enter a title for the document
- Tap "Add Document" or "Upload"
- Choose the source:
- Photo Library: Select from your photos
- Files: Browse and select from your device files
- Camera: Take a new photo
- Select or capture the document
- Tap "Save" to store the document in your vault
Types of Documents You Can Store
- Identity Documents: Passports, driver's licenses, ID cards
- Financial Documents: Bank statements, tax documents, insurance cards
- Legal Documents: Contracts, certificates, licenses
- Medical Documents: Insurance cards, medical records, prescriptions
- Images: Photos of important documents or receipts
- PDFs: Any PDF files you want to store securely
Viewing Documents
How to View a Stored Document
- Open the vault containing the document
- Find and tap the document item
- The document will open in the document viewer
- You can zoom, scroll, and navigate through the document
- Tap "Done" to close the viewer
Managing Documents
Editing Document Information
You can edit the title and other metadata for a document:
- Open the document item
- Tap "Edit"
- Modify the title or other fields
- Tap "Save"
Replacing Documents
To replace a document with a newer version:
- Open the document item
- Tap "Edit"
- Tap "Replace Document"
- Select the new document
- Tap "Save"
Deleting Documents
To delete a document:
- Open the document item
- Tap "Delete"
- Confirm the deletion
Identity Document Items
In addition to storing document files, you can also create "Identity Document" items that store structured information about IDs, passports, and driver's licenses. These items include fields for:
- Document type and number
- Personal information (name, date of birth, address)
- Issue and expiry dates
- Issuing authority
- Social Security Number (optional)
You can store both the structured data and attach document images to the same item.
Storage Considerations
- Storage Space: Documents are stored locally on your device - ensure you have sufficient storage space
- File Size: Large documents may take longer to encrypt and store
- Backup: Regularly export your vault to back up your documents
- Encryption: All documents are encrypted using AES-256 encryption
Security
All documents stored in Oculock are:
- Encrypted: Encrypted using AES-256 encryption before storage
- Local Only: Stored only on your device, never transmitted to external servers
- Protected: Only accessible when your vault is unlocked
- Secure: Protected by your master password and biometric authentication