Forum Discussion
"Download Your Information. We want happy customers, not trapped ones."
Dave, Thank you for your comments in regard to my wanting to export ‘My’ data from 1Password. I feel there is no need to revisit ‘CSV’, ‘1PUX and ‘Unencrypted Export Format’ - we all have a good understanding of what they do and the risks. The point missed is the ability for a ‘normal’ user to be able to export ‘All’ of their data in a meaningful way. You make the case that CSV does not export all data (namely custom fields) and that 1PUX does (without Passcodes). You continue by referencing that the 1PUX export format ‘can move your data to another password manager in the future’. I presently do not wish to ‘move’, but do wish export ‘all’ of my data for the purposes of being able to ‘backup’ that data to an off-cloud, personal facility. Whilst I am sure 1Password is secure (presently), and encrypted, we live in a world where cybercrime is prevalent and increasing. In the UK the list of major companies (including Jaguar Land Rover, M&S, Harrods, CO-OP) suffering data breaches, places the risk to personal data, high. I am personally experiencing this presently with the JLR breach. The need to easily access one’s own data, in an easily accessible manor, is paramount to the individuals data security. It is also a fundamental right. I have no issue with the 1Password software and will continue to use it, but having a responsibility for ‘family’ data means it falls upon me to make sure their data is secure and that I can guarantee a backup of their data, should a breach or other occur. I would like to think that ‘1Password’ as a company, seriously consider their own marketing and privacy policy when stating;
“Download Your Information. We want happy customers, not trapped ones”
Alan (Sixtdb)