DataVault Local is a desktop application that allows users to aggregate and organize all their personal data from various online and offline sources into a single, encrypted, and locally stored repository. Inspired by the “Timelinize” project and the concept of “seeing like a software company” for personal data management, it provides a private, secure, and user-controlled alternative to cloud-based data silos. Users can connect accounts, import files, and access their data through a unified interface, with advanced search and visualization tools. The core value proposition is complete data ownership and privacy, addressing concerns around data breaches and the murky economics of data centers.