Shanbit

Shanbit is a high-security password generator that operates completely offline, designed for users who require maximum privacy and zero digital trace. Unlike traditional password managers, Shanbit does not store, save, or synchronize any passwords; it operates under a Zero-Disk policy that never saves data to the hard drive, eliminating risks of database breaches. It uses an entropy engine based on Shannon Entropy and the Diceware method to generate cryptographically strong keys and passphrases, allowing secure transfer to mobile devices via an encrypted QR code.

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• Pure offline generation. Shanbit does not require an internet connection to function. The entire key generation process takes place locally on the device, eliminating the need to trust external servers or cloud services and ensuring passwords never leave the user's device.
• Zero-disk policy. The software does not save any database, registry, cache, or log files to the hard drive. By not storing information, there is no data that can be extracted through forensic analysis or operating system breaches, ensuring a zero digital footprint.
• Shannon entropy engine. Implements a scientifically precise entropy engine based on the principles of Shannon Entropy. This algorithm guarantees the generation of high-entropy random numbers, producing truly unpredictable and cryptographically robust keys.
• Secure QR transfer. Shanbit allows transferring generated passwords and passphrases from a computer to a mobile device via an encrypted QR code. This method avoids the use of cables, temporary storage, or cloud services during the transfer.
• Diceware method for passphrases. Incorporates the ability to generate passphrases using the Diceware method. This technique combines words from a predefined list using randomness, creating long phrases that are easy for a human to remember but extremely difficult to crack.
• No key storage. The application does not function as a password vault or manager. It does not save, sync, or replicate generated keys. Each password is generated on demand and must be copied or manually transferred by the user at the moment of creation.
• Asynchronous performance. Version 1.0.4 includes a refined premium startup experience and improved asynchronous performance. The user interface has been optimized for quick response during high-entropy generation processes.
• Mathematical trust. Shanbit's security relies not on trust in the software or external providers, but on the laws of probability and mathematical entropy. The core principle is that what is not stored cannot be stolen.
• Cryptographic key generation. Designed to produce secure keys suitable for encryption protocols, two-factor authentication, and access to critical systems. The generator's output meets the randomness standards required for high-security applications.
• Alternative to cloud managers. Shanbit positions itself as an offline alternative for users of services like 1Password, Bitwarden, or LastPass who seek to eliminate reliance on cloud storage and reduce the attack surface associated with synchronized databases.

Shanbit is developed by a team focused on radical privacy tools and computer security. The first version of the program was created to address the need for a password generator that left no trace on the operating system, with initial development beginning in 2023. The application is programmed entirely in the C# language, leveraging the cryptography libraries of the .NET framework to ensure the robustness of the entropy algorithms and random number generation in Windows environments.

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