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Installing Local Legacy Vault

Step-by-step installation for Windows and Linux

System Requirements

Before installing, make sure your computer meets these minimum requirements:

Windows

  • Windows 10 or later
  • 64-bit processor
  • 4 GB RAM minimum
  • 500 MB disk space

Linux

  • Ubuntu 20.04+, Fedora 34+, or equivalent
  • 64-bit processor
  • 4 GB RAM minimum
  • 500 MB disk space

Note: Local Legacy Vault stores documents and files, so you may need more disk space depending on how many attachments you add. Plan for at least 1-2 GB for typical use.

Installation Steps

Windows Installation

1 Download the Installer

Download LocalLegacyVault-Setup.exe from our download page or from the link in your purchase confirmation email.

2 Run the Installer

Double-click the downloaded file. If Windows SmartScreen appears, click "More info" then "Run anyway". This happens because we're a new publisher—the app is completely safe.

3 Choose Install Location

The default location is C:\Program Files\Local Legacy Vault. You can change this if needed, then click Install.

4 Launch the App

Once installation completes, check "Launch Local Legacy Vault" and click Finish. The app will open and guide you through initial setup.

Linux Installation

1 Download the AppImage

Download LocalLegacyVault.AppImage from our download page or from the link in your purchase confirmation email.

2 Make it Executable

Open terminal and run: chmod +x LocalLegacyVault.AppImage

3 Run the App

Double-click the AppImage or run ./LocalLegacyVault.AppImage in terminal.

After Installation

Once the app opens for the first time:

  1. Create your master password – This is the only password you'll need to remember. Make it strong!
  2. Trial or paid – Click "Start Trial" for a 14-day free trial (no signup). Or if you purchased on the web: the app activates automatically when you return from checkout. If you installed after purchasing, go to our website and click "I already purchased" to sync—no codes or manual steps.
  3. Start building your vault – Add your first entries and begin organizing your legacy

Important: Your master password cannot be recovered if forgotten. There's no reset option because we never have access to your data. Write it down and store it somewhere safe—perhaps in a sealed envelope with your will.