Vaultwarden on Ubuntu is a lightweight, self-hosted password management solution designed for users seeking full control over their data. This AMI simplifies deployment by automating the setup using Ansible, ensuring a smooth installation of the latest Ubuntu OS, Docker, and Vaultwarden. It also includes NGINX, providing the flexibility to access the service via both HTTP and HTTPS. Vaultwarden provides a secure way to manage passwords with minimal resource consumption and works seamlessly on AWS infrastructure.

Key Features:

Latest Ubuntu OS: Provides a stable and secure foundation for the password manager.

Automated Setup with Ansible: The process includes creating necessary directories, installing Python, Docker, and Docker Compose, followed by transferring Docker Compose files to complete the setup.

NGINX Configuration: This AMI comes with NGINX pre-installed, allowing access via HTTP (port 80). Users can also configure HTTPS (port 443) with SSL certificates for secure access.

Minimal Resource Requirements: The AMI is optimized to run on even t2.micro instances, ensuring cost-effective deployments with low overhead.

Optional Domain and SSL Setup: Users can access the service over HTTP without requiring a domain or DNS configuration. However, HTTPS is highly recommended for enhanced security. Users can optionally register a domain through AWS Route 53 and apply SSL certificates through AWS Certificate Manager (ACM) or another provider to enable HTTPS.

Benefits:

Full Control and Privacy: As a self-hosted solution, Vaultwarden allows users to manage their passwords independently, without third-party involvement.

Fast and Simple Deployment: Ansible automation eliminates the need for manual configuration, while Docker containerization ensures isolated and reliable operations.

Cost-Effective Solution: With minimal resource requirements, Vaultwarden runs efficiently even on a t2.micro instance.

Flexible Access Options: Users can choose to run the service on HTTP or secure it with HTTPS using SSL certificates, with or without a custom domain.

Flexible Integration with AWS Services: Leverage Route 53 for DNS management and ACM for SSL certificates to enforce secure HTTPS connections.

How to Use:

Launch the AMI on a t2.micro instance or higher.

Optionally register a custom domain through AWS Route 53 or another DNS provider.

Access Vaultwarden immediately via HTTP (port 80). For secure access, generate SSL certificates with AWS Certificate Manager or a third-party certificate authority and configure HTTPS (port 443).

Switch between HTTP and HTTPS access as needed.

This AMI provides a fast, secure, and lightweight password management platform that integrates seamlessly with AWS infrastructure. Whether for personal or business use, Vaultwarden on Ubuntu with NGINX offers the tools you need to protect your sensitive information with the flexibility to operate on either HTTP or HTTPS.