Messy CLI

Messy CLI is your lightweight guardian of secrets, a command-line companion that keeps your digital treasures safe. Whether it’s code, images, or even videos, Messy lets you tuck away your files behind strong encryption and bring them back whenever you choose.

With a few simple commands, you can lock (hide) or unlock (show) your vault, all from the terminal, in just a few clicks.

Unlike cloud-based tools, Messy lives entirely on your machine. It works 100% offline, relies on password-based protection, and leaves no backdoors, meaning your files never wander off into the unknown, and your privacy remains unshakable.

Think of it as a vault forged in code: always at your side, ready to guard what matters most, and completely under your control.

Why Messy?

• 100% Secure: Guard your files with battle-tested password encryption, strengthened with hashing and salting.
• Fast & Simple: With just a few keystrokes, lock down an entire directory tree; quick, clean, and effortless.
• Offline-First: No internet, no tracking, no leaks. Messy works entirely on your machine, keeping your secrets where they belong.
• Self-Contained: No third-party services, no hidden risks, just you, your files, and your vault.

⚠️ The Vault Key Warning - Important Security Note

Your password is the master key to your secret vault. Lose it, and the treasures inside are forever locked away, not even we can rescue them. Guard it carefully, for it alone holds the power to unlock your files.

Features of Messy CLI

• Simple CLI: Minimal, intuitive commands (hide, show, recall, info) crafted for both developers and everyday adventurers of the terminal.
• AES-256-CBC Encryption: Your files are guarded with military-grade encryption, powered by Node.js’ crypto module, unyielding and reliable.
• Password Management: Salted password hashing ensures your key is unique, secure, and impossible to guess.
• Cross-Platform: Your vault travels with you, works flawlessly on Windows, MacOS, and Linux.
• Lightweight & Fast: Reads and writes files at lightning speed using Node.js’ built-in fs module, so your secrets are secured in a blink.

Open Source

Messy CLI is fully open source, meaning the vault’s secrets are yours to explore. Peek inside the code, understand the encryption magic, and even contribute your own spells to make it stronger.

• Transparent: Dive into the source code and see exactly how your files are protected, nothing is hidden.
• Community-Driven: Contributions, bug reports, and feature requests are always welcome.
• Licensed for Freedom: Released under the MIT License, giving you the liberty to use, modify, and expand Messy CLI in your own quests, personal or commercial.

Commands Overview

| Command | Description | |-----------|-------------| | recall | Create the main directory (hrk.hrk) to initialize the app. | | hide | Encrypt and lock all files inside the main directory. | | show | Decrypt and unlock all files inside the main directory. | | info | Display author and maintainer details. |

recall Command

Think of recall as summoning your secret vault. This command brings the legendary folder hrk.hrk into existence, the very heart of Messy CLI.

Usage:

messy recall

Behavior:

• Creates the main directory hrk.hrk, your personal vault.
• If the vault already exists, Messy will simply smile and let you carry on.

hide Command

Step into the role of a guardian and lock away your treasures. The hide command will encrypt everything inside your hrk.hrk vault, guarding it with a password that only you hold.

⚠️ The Vault Key Warning
Your password is the only key to unlock these secrets. Lose it, and your treasures remain sealed forever.

Usage:

messy hide

Behavior:

• Casts a protective spell over all files in the hrk.hrk directory, locking them safely away.
• If some files are already locked, you must first unlock them (show) before casting the lock spell again.
• Every time you run hide, you fortify your vault, keeping your secrets safe and sound.

show Command

Think of show as opening the gates of your secret vault. This command reveals the treasures hidden inside hrk.hrk, but only if you wield the correct password, the master key to your encrypted realm.

⚠️ The Vault Key Warning
Your password is the only key to your encrypted files. Lose it, and the treasures remain forever locked, beyond reach. Guard it wisely.

Usage:

messy show

Behavior:

• Prompts for your password and verifies your identity.
• Unlocks every file inside the hrk.hrk directory, restoring your secrets to the light.
• Fails silently if the password is incorrect, keeping the vault secure from prying eyes.
• Use show to reclaim your files and continue your adventure, knowing your vault remains safe and under your control.

info Command

Embark on a quick reconnaissance mission! The info command reveals the heroes behind Messy CLI, the authors and maintainers who crafted your trusty vault.

Usage:

messy info

Notes from the Vault

• Every expedition assumes your main vault is named hrk.hrk.
• Guard your password like a legendary key, lose it, and your treasures may be lost forever.
• Need guidance or deeper knowledge? Use your compass

messy info

A Final Word

Thank you for trusting Messy CLI as your companion on this journey of securing your files. Every command, every vault, and every password is designed with care, security, and simplicity in mind, just for you.

As you explore, encrypt, and unlock your treasures, know that Messy CLI stands quietly by your side, protecting what matters most.

Guard your password like a loyal key, and your vault will remain steadfast, always ready for your next adventure.

With Messy CLI, your files aren’t just safe, they’re cherished, private, and always under your care.

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