Changelog

Stay up to date with the latest updates and improvements

v1.0.0 Announcement
January 24, 2026

Killswitch Exits Beta: Launching January 28th

After months of development, testing, and refinement, Killswitch is officially leaving beta. We're launching publicly on January 28, 2026.

What's Changed:
• Version bump to 1.0.0 — We're no longer in beta. This marks our first stable, production-ready release.
• Public launch on January 28th — Killswitch will be open to everyone in just a few days.
• Stability improvements — Extensive testing and bug fixes across the entire platform leading up to launch.
• Performance optimizations — Faster uploads, quicker page loads, and smoother deadman switch scheduling.

Why This Matters:
The beta period helped us validate our zero-knowledge architecture, refine the user experience, and ensure that when you trust Killswitch with your important files, that trust is well-placed. Version 1.0.0 represents our commitment to you: a stable, secure platform that does exactly what it promises — protects your files and delivers them when you can't.

Thank You:
To everyone who tested during beta, reported bugs, and provided feedback — this launch is because of you. We built Killswitch to solve a real problem: ensuring your important digital files reach the right people at the right time. Now it's ready for the world.

Mark your calendar: January 28, 2026
v0.10.12-beta Feature
January 20, 2026

Onboarding Nudge Emails

Smart reminder emails to help you complete your Killswitch setup journey.

What's Changed:
• Confirmation Reminders: If you haven't confirmed your email after 2 days, we'll send a gentle reminder with a fresh confirmation link
• Setup Progress Nudges: Targeted emails encourage you to upload your first file, add a beneficiary, create a deadman switch, or add your phone number for SMS reminders
• Smart Timing: Emails respect a 3-day cooldown between nudges and each type is only sent once
• Short URLs: Confirmation links now use our URL shortener for cleaner, more reliable email delivery

Why This Matters:
Many users sign up with good intentions but get distracted before completing their setup. These friendly reminders help ensure your important files are actually protected, without being overwhelming or spammy.

Behind the Scenes:
• Nudges follow a priority order based on your setup progress
• Activity logging tracks which nudges have been sent
• Users can opt out via notification preferences
v0.10.11-beta Feature
January 20, 2026

SEO & AI Discovery Enhancements

Killswitch is now easier to discover through search engines and AI assistants.

What's Changed:
• Dynamic Sitemap: Added `/sitemap.xml` endpoint that automatically generates a sitemap including all public pages, blog posts, and documentation
• AI-Friendly Content: Added `/llms.txt` file following the emerging standard for AI assistants to understand your site's purpose and key pages
• robots.txt Updates: Configured to allow search engine crawling while protecting private routes

Why This Matters:
Better discoverability means more people can find and benefit from Killswitch's zero-knowledge file protection. The llms.txt file helps AI assistants provide accurate information about our service when users ask questions.
v0.10.10-beta Feature
January 18, 2026

Blog & Content Hub

We've launched a public blog for sharing insights on digital estate planning, security best
practices, and product updates.

What's Changed:
• New /blog section accessible from the main navigation
• Full markdown support for rich content with images
• Tag filtering to browse posts by topic
• SEO-optimized with Open Graph meta tags for beautiful link previews
• Admin interface for creating and managing posts with image uploads

Why This Matters:
Beyond building software, we want to help educate people about protecting their digital legacy. The blog is where we'll share guides, industry insights, and stories about why digital estate planning matters - content you can share with friends and family who might benefit from thinking about this too.
v0.10.9-beta Feature
January 18, 2026

Collapsible Sidebar Navigation

We've added the ability to collapse the sidebar to an icon-only view, giving you more screen
space while keeping navigation accessible.

What's Changed:
• Click the collapse button at the bottom of the sidebar to minimize it to icons only
• Hover over icons to see tooltips with menu item names
• Your preference is saved automatically and persists across sessions
• Desktop only - mobile continues to use the existing drawer overlay pattern

Why This Matters:
For power users working with files or notes, the extra screen real estate makes a noticeable difference. Whether you're reviewing documents or managing deadman switches, you can now optimize your workspace to fit your workflow.
v0.10.8-beta Bug Fix
January 17, 2026

Registration Flow Persistence

Fixed an issue where users who navigated away during the recovery codes step of registration would lose their progress when returning.

What's Changed:
• Registration progress now persists if you leave to save recovery codes elsewhere
• Returning to /register after completing setup now shows the completion screen with a "Go to Dashboard" button
• Recovery codes are temporarily cached in your browser session so page refreshes don't reset the form
• Login credentials are preserved through the registration completion flow

Why This Matters:
Users reported confusion when they copied their recovery codes to save in a password manager, then returned to find the registration form had reset. They thought registration failed and attempted to re-register, only to receive "email already taken" errors. This fix ensures a seamless experience even if you navigate away during the security setup steps.
v0.10.7-beta Feature
January 15, 2026

Partner Program Launch

We're excited to launch the Killswitch Partner Program, powered by Dub.co.

What's New:
• 20% commission on referred subscriptions
• 10% discount for your referrals on their first year
• Real-time partner dashboard with click and conversion tracking
• 30-day cookie window for attribution
• Global payouts via Stripe

How It Works:
1. Visit killswitch.app/affiliate from your dashboard
2. Apply to become a partner
3. Get your unique referral link
4. Share with your audience
5. Earn commission when they subscribe

Who Can Access:
The Partner Program is available exclusively to existing Killswitch subscribers. You'll find the link in your dashboard sidebar, or navigate directly to killswitch.app/affiliate.

Behind the scenes:
Built with Dub.co's affiliate infrastructure, featuring automatic Stripe integration for seamless conversion tracking and commission payouts. Partners receive their commission after a 30-day hold period to account for refunds and chargebacks.
v0.10.6-beta Improvement
January 12, 2026

Deadman Switch Scheduling Architecture Redesign

We've completely rebuilt how deadman switches are scheduled and triggered, moving from a polling-based system to pre-scheduled individual jobs for each switch.

What's Changed:
• Each switch now has dedicated Oban jobs scheduled at exact trigger and reminder times
• Reminders are sent at strategic intervals: 1 day before due, grace period start, halfway through grace, and 3/2/1 days before trigger
• Jobs are automatically rescheduled when you check in, ensuring timing stays accurate
• Added hourly backup monitoring with admin alerts if scheduled jobs fail
• Improved test mode to use the same scheduling system as production (just with minutes instead of days)

Why This Matters:
The previous system scanned all active switches every 15 minutes looking for overdue ones. This new architecture triggers each switch at its exact scheduled time—no more waiting up to 15 minutes for a trigger. It also scales better: whether you have 10 switches or 10,000, each one gets its own job without impacting the others. For users, this means more predictable and precise timing for both triggers and reminder notifications.
v0.10.5-beta Feature
January 11, 2026

Multi-Year Subscription Plans

We've expanded our subscription options to give you more flexibility, savings, and peace of mind when committing to Killswitch.

What's New:
• 1-Year Plan: Standard annual billing at base price
• 2-Year Plan: Lock in your rate and save 10% compared to yearly billing
• 3-Year Plan: Maximum savings with 15% off compared to yearly billing

Why This Matters:
Multi-year plans aren't just about savings—they're about security and peace of mind. When you commit to a longer subscription, your deadman switches remain protected even if a payment issue occurs down the road. Think of it as insurance: your beneficiaries will still receive your files when the time comes, regardless of billing hiccups.
v0.10.4-beta Security
January 05, 2026

Two-Factor Authentication

Your Killswitch account just got a lot more secure. We've added SMS-based two-factor authentication to protect your encrypted vault with an extra layer of verification.

What's Changed:
• SMS Verification at Login – After entering your password, you'll receive a 6-digit code via text message that must be entered to complete sign-in
• Easy Setup – Enable 2FA from Settings → Security with just your phone number. We'll verify it's yours before activating protection
• Flexible Control – Disable 2FA anytime from the security settings if needed (requires password confirmation)
• Session Timeout – Verification codes expire after 10 minutes for security, with easy resend option

Why This Matters:
Even if someone obtains your password, they can't access your account without also having your phone. This is especially critical for a zero-knowledge encrypted vault like Killswitch – your most sensitive documents deserve military-grade protection at every layer. Two-factor authentication is now the industry standard for securing high-value accounts, and we're proud to offer it to all users.
v0.10.3-beta Improvement
January 04, 2026

Smarter Tag Management

We've overhauled how tags work to make organizing your encrypted documents and notes faster and more intuitive.

What's Changed:
• Personalized Tags - Tags are now unique to each user instead of generic across the platform
• Quick Add Suggestions - When editing documents or notes, your most-used tags appear as one-click buttons based on your actual usage patterns
• Create Tags Directly - Add new tags from the Manage Tags page without needing to attach them to a document first
• Tag Merging - Combine duplicate or similar tags into one, automatically reassigning all linked items
• Live Usage Counts - See exactly how many documents and notes use each tag, computed in real-time
• Smart Sorting - Tags are now sorted by how often you use them, putting your favorites at the top

Migration Note:
Due to the architectural changes required for personalized tags, existing tags will need to be re-added to your documents and notes. We apologize for the inconvenience - this one-time migration enables a significantly better tagging experience going forward.

Why This Matters:
These improvements make it significantly faster to organize your vault. Your tags are now truly yours - personalized to your workflow and learned from your habits. The more you use a tag, the more prominently it appears in suggestions. Creating and managing tags is now a first-class experience rather than a side effect of document editing.
v0.10.2-beta Feature
January 01, 2026

Shorter, Smarter Share Links

We've implemented an in-app URL shortener to make sharing links cleaner and more privacy-friendly.

What's Changed:
• Compact share URLs – Share links now use a short /s/abc12XYZ format instead of long URLs with embedded tokens
• Shorter SMS messages – Check-in reminders and share notifications now fit easily in a single text message
• Persistent check-in links – Each deadman switch gets one stable short URL that updates with new tokens, so users can bookmark their check-in link
• Encrypted at rest – Access tokens in short links are encrypted using our Cloak vault, maintaining zero-knowledge security
• Access tracking – Short links now track access counts and last-accessed timestamps for analytics
• Automatic expiration – Short links respect the underlying share or check-in expiration dates

Why This Matters:
External URL shorteners like Bitly or TinyURL would undermine Killswitch's privacy-first architecture by exposing your share URLs to third parties. Our internal shortener keeps everything encrypted and under your control, while making links easier to share via SMS, email, or messaging apps. Check-in reminder links are now short enough to type manually if needed.
v0.10.1-beta Improvement
January 01, 2026

Refreshed Email Design

All system emails now use a cleaner, modern design with better dark mode support.

What's Changed:
• New card-based layout - Clean white card design with centered logo
• Full dark mode support - Works across Apple Mail, Gmail, and Outlook
• Green accent buttons - Primary actions now use our brand green

Why This Matters:
Emails are now easier to read and look great whether you're in light or dark mode.
v0.10.0-beta Feature
December 31, 2025

Digital Estate Planning Guide

A guided onboarding experience to help you plan your digital estate, with an interactive checklist and helpful email reminders.

What's Changed:
• Planning Guide Checklist: An interactive checklist on your dashboard with 30 items across 6 categories (Essential Documents, Financial Information, Digital Assets, Business & Work, Personal Wishes, and Access & Security). Check off items as you complete them and track your progress.
• 8-Email Drip Campaign: When you start the planning guide, you'll receive helpful emails over 60 days with guidance on each category:
- Day 0: Welcome to planning your digital estate
- Day 3: Essential Documents (will, POA, healthcare directives)
- Day 7: Financial Information (accounts, investments, debts)
- Day 14: Digital Assets (passwords, emails, social media)
- Day 21: Personal Wishes (messages, funeral, pets)
- Day 30: Ready for your first deadman switch
- Day 45: Progress check-in
- Day 60: Completion and final tips
• Remember Your Preferences: Your grid/list view preference is now saved across sessions for Documents, Notes, and Deadman Switches. Planning guide collapse state and phone banner dismissal are also persisted.
• Dashboard Reminders Control: New "Dashboard Reminders" section in Settings → Notifications to control which reminder banners appear on your dashboard.

Why This Matters:
Planning your digital estate can feel overwhelming. This guide breaks it down into manageable steps and keeps you on track with gentle email reminders. Whether you're just getting started or want a checklist to make sure you haven't missed anything, the planning guide helps ensure your loved ones will have the information they need.
v0.9.15-beta Feature
December 31, 2025

Quick Create: New Deadman Switch from Dashboard

What's Changed:
• Added "New Switch" button to the Dashboard Quick Actions section
• The deadman switch creation wizard now opens directly from the dashboard as a slide-out drawer
• Streamlined button labels (Upload Doc, Note, Switch, Check-In) for a cleaner 4-button layout
• Full wizard functionality available without navigating away from the dashboard

Why This Matters:
Creating a new deadman switch is now just one click away from your dashboard. Previously, you had to navigate to the Deadman Switches page first. This puts all your quick actions in one place — upload a document, create a note, set up a new switch, or check in — all without leaving your home screen.
v0.9.14-beta Feature
December 30, 2025

One-Click Check-In Links & Activity Tracking

What's Changed:
• One-click check-in from email/SMS — Check-in links now automatically reset your deadman switch timer without requiring login. Click the link, see the confirmation, done.
• IP geolocation with timezone detection — Activity logs now capture geographic location and automatically detect your timezone for more accurate audit trails.
• Fixed document/note filtering — Documents and notes now properly filter to show only unassigned items when creating a new deadman switch.
• Other minor UI fixes and improvements.

Why This Matters:
Checking in should be effortless. One tap from your email or SMS is now all it takes—no login required. The secure token system ensures only you can perform the check-in while keeping your account protected.
v0.9.13-beta Improvement
December 30, 2025

Test Switches Now Work Like Production

Test switches have been completely unified with production switches. You are now treated as a real beneficiary when testing, receiving the exact same emails your beneficiaries would receive when a switch triggers. This gives you true confidence that everything works exactly as intended.

What's Changed
• Unified test/production code path — Test switches now use the same TriggerWorker logic as production switches. No more separate test email templates or special handling.
• Self-beneficiary for test switches — When you create a test switch, you're automatically added as a beneficiary marked with "YOU" so you receive real triggered emails.
• Consolidated emails — Instead of receiving a separate email for each shared item, beneficiaries now receive a single email listing all shared documents and notes with individual access links.
• Document names in emails — Triggered emails now display your document's actual name (or original filename as fallback) instead of generic "Document" text.
• Note attachment support — Notes with attachments now properly include attachment metadata when sharing through deadman switches.

Why This Matters
Testing deadman switches is now a first-class experience. You'll see exactly what your beneficiaries see — the same email template, the same consolidated item list, and the same access links. This removes any uncertainty about how your switch will behave when it actually triggers.
v0.9.12-beta Feature
December 28, 2025

Stripe Payments Are Live

Killswitch now has a complete payment system. Subscriptions, upgrades, downgrades, and billing management are fully integrated and ready for launch.

What's Changed
• Stripe Checkout: Subscribe to Starter, Pro, or Legacy plans through secure Stripe-hosted checkout
• Plan switching: Upgrade or downgrade between plans at any time with automatic proration
• Free trials: New users get a 7-day trial on the Starter plan (one trial per user)
• Billing Portal: Manage payment methods, view invoices, and cancel subscriptions through Stripe's portal
• Webhook integration: Real-time subscription status sync when payments succeed, fail, or subscriptions change
• Settings billing info: View your current plan, next billing date, and trial status on the Settings page

Why This Matters
This completes the infrastructure needed to transition from beta to a paid product. Beta users retain full access while we finalize testing. When we flip the switch, new users will be able to sign up and subscribe seamlessly.
v0.9.11-beta Feature
December 26, 2025

Beta Mode Subscription System

We've added infrastructure to seamlessly transition from beta testing to a paid subscription model when we launch.

What's Changed:
• New users registering during beta automatically receive full access as beta testers
• When beta mode is turned off at launch, beta users will be prompted to subscribe
• Admin settings now control the beta mode toggle for the entire platform
• Subscription status properly tracks beta vs. paid user states

Why This Matters:
This lays the groundwork for our upcoming Stripe integration and official launch. Beta testers will continue to have full access until we flip the switch, at which point they'll be guided to choose a subscription plan. No action needed from current users - this change is invisible during the beta period.
v0.9.10-beta Improvement
December 25, 2025

Stability & Quality Improvements

We've invested in our testing infrastructure to ensure a more reliable experience.

What's Changed:
• Added comprehensive automated test suites across the application
• Implemented CI quality gates to catch issues before release
• Fixed several edge cases discovered during testing

Why This Matters:
These behind-the-scenes improvements help us ship new features faster while maintaining stability. You may not notice these changes directly, but they help ensure Killswitch works reliably when you need it most.
v0.9.9-beta Improvement
December 24, 2025

Clearer Share Type Visibility

We've improved how document sharing is displayed so you can instantly understand how each share works.

What's Changed:
• Share types are now clearly labeled — When viewing a document's sharing settings, you'll now see badges indicating whether each share is:
• Instant (green badge) — Recipients have immediate access
• Deadman Switch (blue badge) — Recipients will only receive access if the switch triggers

Why This Matters:
At a glance, you can now see which recipients have immediate access to your documents versus which are waiting on a deadman switch trigger. No more guessing about how your files are being shared.
v0.9.8-beta Improvement
December 23, 2025

Fresh New Look

Killswitch has a brand new logo! We got tired of the current trend of flat, minimalist logos that all blur together—so we went the opposite direction. The new isometric padlock design gives off Tron vibes (or 90s vibes, depending on who you ask) with both the "K" and "S" from Killswitch integrated into the lock's geometry—K on the left, S on the right.
It's bold, it's different, and it actually looks like something worth remembering. Security software doesn't have to look boring.
v0.9.7-beta Improvement
December 21, 2025

Your Time, Your Way

All dates and times throughout Killswitch now display in your local timezone. No more mental math converting from UTC!

Times are also now shown in 12-hour format (e.g., 2:30 PM) for easier reading.

Bug Fixes
• Flash messages now automatically disappear after a few seconds
• Fixed beneficiary avatar alignment
• Improved button visibility in light mode
• Fixed printing recovery codes on some browsers
• Various admin panel stability improvements
v0.9.6-beta Bug Fix
December 19, 2025

Deadman Switch Notification Reliability

Fixed several issues affecting notification delivery when deadman switches trigger.

What's Changed:
• Trigger checks now run every 15 minutes (was hourly) — notifications arrive faster after grace period ends
• Fixed duplicate emails being sent to beneficiaries
• Fixed SMS notifications not being sent despite valid phone numbers
• Owner trigger alerts now always send regardless of email preferences
• Beneficiaries with phone numbers now receive SMS when you share documents

Why This Matters:
When a deadman switch triggers, timely and reliable notifications are critical. These fixes ensure your beneficiaries receive their notifications promptly through all configured channels.
v0.9.5-beta Bug Fix
December 16, 2025

Encryption Setup Recovery for Interrupted Registrations

Fixed an issue where users who experienced an interruption during account registration (particularly on mobile browsers) could end up with an account but without encryption set up. This prevented access to encrypted features like Documents, Notes, and Deadman Switches.

What's Changed:
• Added automatic detection of accounts missing encryption setup
• Users without encryption are now gracefully redirected to complete setup when accessing encrypted features
• New streamlined setup flow for existing users - just enter your password once to enable encryption
• Server-side password verification ensures secure setup completion
• Improved error handling prevents silent failures during encryption setup

Why This Matters:
Previously, if the encryption key generation was interrupted during registration (due to network issues, browser closing, or mobile browser quirks), users would be stuck without access to core features. Now, these users are automatically guided through a simple one-step process to complete their encryption setup using their existing password.
v0.9.4-beta Improvement
December 16, 2025

Less Noisy Reminder Notifications

We heard your feedback - reminder notifications were too frequent! We've completely redesigned our reminder schedule to be respectful of your attention while still ensuring you never miss a critical check-in.

What's Changed:
• Before check-in deadline: Now just a single reminder 1 day before (previously sent at 5, 2, and 1 days)
• Grace period reminders now scale with length:
- Notification when grace period starts
- Reminder at the halfway point
- Daily reminders only in the final 3 days
- Result: A 14-day grace period now sends ~6-7 reminders instead of 14 daily messages

Why This Matters:
Your inbox shouldn't feel like a nagging parent. The new schedule keeps you informed at critical moments without overwhelming you with daily notifications. The grace period is your safety net - we trust you to check in, and only ramp up urgency when it really matters.
v0.9.3-beta Bug Fix
December 16, 2025

Deadman Switch Share Repair Fixes

Fixed several issues with the deadman switch share repair functionality:

• Fixed duplicate shares being created when clicking "Repair Shares" button - the repair modal was being rendered twice, causing shares to be created in duplicate
• Fixed note shares created with wrong trigger_type - notes shared via deadman switch were incorrectly getting trigger_type: "immediate" instead of trigger_type: "deadman_switch"
• Fixed notes with attachments failing to create shares - the attachment data wasn't being properly loaded before JSON encoding
• Added missing duplicate prevention to the note share controller API endpoint, matching the existing logic in the document share controller
v0.9.2-beta Improvement
December 14, 2025

Smarter Share Link Management for Deadman Switches

We've made share links for deadman switches more reliable and self-healing. Your beneficiaries will always get access to your files when it matters most.

• Automatic share repair — If share links are ever missing, we'll detect and recreate them automatically when you add items or beneficiaries
• No more duplicates — Adding the same item multiple times won't create duplicate share links cluttering your switch
• Cleaner document deletion — When you delete a document, any orphaned share links and switch associations are automatically cleaned up
• Visual status indicators — See at a glance which items and beneficiaries have their share links ready with new "Secured" badges

Behind the scenes, we've also added comprehensive test coverage for all the new share link logic to ensure everything works reliably.
v0.9.1-beta Feature
December 13, 2025

SMS Notifications Now Live

SMS notifications are now live!

Get text message reminders for your deadman switches:
• All Reminder Levels - Receive SMS for every check-in reminder (5 days, 2 days, 1 day before due)
• Grace Period Alerts - Critical notifications when you miss a check-in
• One-Click Check-In - Tap the link in the SMS to check in instantly
• Easy Setup - Just add your phone number in Settings > Notifications

SMS works alongside email notifications to ensure you never miss an important check-in. Enable it in your notification settings today!
v0.9.0-beta Feature
December 09, 2025

All-New Landing Page Experience

We've completely redesigned the landing page with a modern, conversion-focused layout. The new design puts product videos front and center to show you exactly what Killswitch does.

• New scroll-triggered animations that bring the page to life
• Auto-playing feature videos that play as you scroll through each section
• Responsive glass/shimmer effects on video placeholders
• Redesigned problem/solution messaging focused on peace of mind
• Streamlined "How It Works" section with step-by-step cards
v0.9.0-beta Improvement
December 09, 2025

Feature Walkthrough Videos Added

Added four new product demonstration videos to the landing page, walking through each core feature:

• Hero video: "See Killswitch in Action" - full product overview
• Feature 1: "Zero-Knowledge Encryption" - shows the upload and encryption process
•Feature 2: "Secure Notes Demo" - demonstrates rich text notes with attachments
• Feature 3: "Deadman Switch Setup" - configuring check-in schedules
• Feature 4: "What Happens When..." - automatic transfer flow to beneficiaries
• "How It Works" video: complete walkthrough of the signup experience
v0.9.0-beta Improvement
December 09, 2025

Enhanced Navigation & Accessibility

Updated the navigation bar with scroll-aware behavior and improved accessibility across all pages.

• Navbar now hides when scrolling down and reappears when scrolling up
• Added aria-labels to interactive elements (toggle buttons, collapse menus)
• Improved form field labeling for screen readers
• Fixed color contrast issues on avatar badges and error text
• Added proper heading hierarchy throughout the site
v0.9.0-beta Improvement
December 09, 2025

Updated Security Explainer Page

The Under the Hood (/under-the-hood) page now shares the same navigation and footer styling as the rest of the site for a consistent experience. Technical details about our encryption architecture remain unchanged.
v0.8.10-beta Bug Fix
December 08, 2025

Fixed deadman switch share creation

Resolved issues preventing deadman switch shares from being created properly when the master key wasn't cached in session.

• Added password prompt when master key is not available in session storage
• Fixed password trimming to prevent authentication failures from copy-paste whitespace
• Applied whitespace fix across all password input flows (sharing, note encryption/decryption)
v0.8.9-beta Feature
December 06, 2025

Enhanced Encryption Experience

Improved the file upload experience to make encryption more visible and trustworthy. During file uploads, a new animated encryption indicator shows a glowing lock icon with spinning rings while your files are being encrypted in-browser, followed by a bouncing upload indicator during the secure transfer.

• Animated encryption stage with glowing lock icon and dual spinning rings
• Animated upload stage with pulsing glow and bouncing arrow
• Visual progress bar tracks both encryption and upload phases
• Lock icons added to files and notes in collection views indicate encryption status
• Documents and notes now sort with most recent items first
• Increased file upload limit to 200MB for Business plan users
• Fixed dashboard crash when selecting documents for notes
• Fixed deadman switch countdown timer display in urgent mode
v0.8.8-beta Feature
December 04, 2025

Delete-Type Deadman Switches

Deadman switches now support a second trigger action: permanent file deletion. Previously, all switches would share files with beneficiaries when triggered. Now you can choose what happens when you don't check in.

Two Trigger Actions:
• Share (default) - Files are securely shared with your designated beneficiaries
• Delete - Files are permanently deleted from both the database and cloud storage

Key Features:
• Choose trigger action when creating a switch - "Share with beneficiaries" or "Delete permanently"
• Beneficiaries are optional for delete switches - add them if you want others notified that files were deleted
• Owner receives confirmation email listing all deleted files
• Delete switches show a red "Delete" badge throughout the UI so you know exactly what will happen
• Full dark mode support for all notification emails

Important Note:
Delete switches in test mode will actually delete your files (there's no "dry run" for deletion). We recommend uploading test files specifically for testing delete switches.
v0.8.7-beta Feature
December 03, 2025

SMS Notifications Coming Soon

SMS notifications are coming soon! We're currently waiting for A2P 10DLC carrier approval.

What's new:
• "SMS Coming Soon" banner in the sidebar to keep you informed
• Direct link to notification settings at /settings/notifications
• Add your phone number now so you're ready when we launch
• Full opt-in documentation for carrier compliance

Behind the scenes:
• Improved phone number validation using Google's libphonenumber
• Consolidated phone validation code for better maintainability
• New CDN support for product screenshots
v0.8.6-beta Bug Fix
December 02, 2025

Fix deadman switch pause/resume crash and improve paused state visibility

Fixed crash when pausing/resuming deadman switches. When resuming a switch that has been paused past its trigger date (grace period expired), the timer is now automatically reset to give you a fresh countdown instead of triggering immediately. You'll see a message confirming the timer was reset. Switches resumed while still within the grace period will continue their countdown from where they left off.
v0.8.5-beta Improvement
December 01, 2025

Implement account deletion with cascading data removal

Implemented complete account deletion functionality that permanently removes all user data from the system. When a user deletes their account, all associated data including files, notes, shares, deadman switches, and recovery codes are automatically cascaded and permanently deleted. An audit log entry is created before deletion to maintain a record that the account existed and was removed by the user.
v0.8.4-beta Feature
November 30, 2024

Changelog Feature

We've added a changelog feature so you can stay up-to-date with all the latest improvements and updates to Killswitch.

• Browse all product updates in one place
• Filter by category (features, improvements, bug fixes, security, announcements)
• Version badges for easy reference
• Accessible from the sidebar and footer

Check out the full history of updates to see how far we've come!
v0.8.3-beta Bug Fix
November 30, 2024

Deadman Switch Beneficiary Updates

Fixed an issue where updating beneficiaries on existing deadman switches wasn't saving correctly. Changes to beneficiary email addresses and names now persist properly when editing a switch.
v0.8.2-beta Feature
November 30, 2024

Form State Recovery System

Never lose your work again! We've added automatic form state recovery across the application.

Key features:
- Auto-save form data every few seconds to browser storage
- Automatic recovery after page refresh or browser crash
- Works on file uploads, notes, deadman switches, and settings
- Recovery prompt appears when unsaved data is detected
- One-click restore or dismiss options
v0.8.1-beta Bug Fix
November 29, 2024

Mobile Experience Improvements

Fixed several issues with the mobile experience:
- Improved responsive layouts
- PWA installation support
- Service worker for socket connection
- Touch-friendly navigation
v0.8.0-beta Announcement
November 28, 2024

Killswitch Beta Launch

Welcome to the Killswitch beta! We're excited to have you testing our zero-knowledge encrypted document storage with deadman switch functionality.

Core features in this release:
- Zero-knowledge encrypted document storage
- Secure notes with rich text editing
- Deadman switch system with automatic beneficiary notifications
- Recovery code system for account recovery
- PWA support for mobile devices

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v0.7.0-beta Improvement
November 28, 2024

Admin Portal & Activity Logging

New admin tools for better platform management:
- Comprehensive activity logging with filtering
- User management dashboard
- Beta whitelist management
- Deadman switch monitoring
- System settings control
v0.6.0-beta Feature
November 27, 2024

Recovery Code System

Account recovery is now possible even with zero-knowledge encryption:
- Generate recovery codes during setup
- Regenerate codes at any time from settings
- Use codes to recover access if you forget your password
- Each code can only be used once for security
v0.5.0-beta Security
November 26, 2024

Enhanced Security Measures

Several security improvements have been implemented:
- Honeypot defense against automated attacks
- IP-based rate limiting
- Maintenance mode for planned downtime
- Improved CSP (Content Security Policy)
- Paraxial security monitoring integration
v0.4.0-beta Feature
November 24, 2024

Document Sharing

Share encrypted documents securely with anyone:
- Generate password-protected share links
- Set expiration dates for shares
- Email notifications to recipients
- Revoke access at any time
- Track when shares are accessed
v0.3.0-beta Feature
November 22, 2024

Deadman Switch System

The core deadman switch functionality is now live:
- Create switches with custom check-in intervals
- Attach documents and notes to switches
- Add multiple beneficiaries
- Automatic email notifications when triggered
- Countdown timer with grace period
v0.2.0-beta Feature
November 20, 2024

Zero-Knowledge File Encryption

Industry-standard encryption for your documents:
- Client-side AES-256-GCM encryption
- Wrapped master key architecture (same as 1Password, Bitwarden)
- Server never sees your encryption keys
- Fast password changes without re-encrypting files
- PDF and image preview for encrypted files
v0.1.0-beta Feature
November 18, 2024

Secure Notes

Rich text notes with full encryption:
- Trix editor for formatting
- Attach documents to notes
- Tag organization
- Share notes as encrypted files