In today's digital age, our personal data is often collected and sold
by large corporations without our explicit consent. As we navigate the online world,
our privacy is frequently compromised leaving us vulnerable to data breaches and
targeted advertising. The importance of open-source technology cannot be overstated
as it offers greater transparency and control. This page is
dedicated to exploring the critical aspects of digital privacy
and provides practical tips on how to safeguard your online presence. Additionally, I'll be listing various open-source apps
and alternatives to native/stock options (mainly for Android) that offer enhanced security and privacy empowering you to take control of your digital footprint.
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Brave (Download) |
Automatic Ad and Tracker Blocking,
Built-in Privacy Controls (Brave Shields),
HTTPS Everywhere,
Fingerprinting Protection,
Private Browsing with Tor,
No Data Collection,
Decentralized Sync,
Integration with Brave Leo (Privacy focused AI chatbot). |
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LibreWolf (Download) |
Tracker and Telemetry Blocking,
Enhanced Privacy Settings,
No Data Collection,
Fingerprinting Protection,
Strict Cookie and Script Blocking,
DNS over HTTPS (DoH),
Automatic HTTPS Redirection. |
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Mullvad (Download)
| Built-In VPN Integration,
No Data Collection or Logging,
Strong Encryption and Security Protocols,
No User Accounts Required,
Anonymous Payment Options,
Multi-Hop and Bridge Servers,
DNS Leak Protection,
IPv6 and WebRTC Leak Protection,
Tor Network Compatibility,
Kill Switch for Enhanced Privacy. |
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NewPipe (Download) |
Ad-Free Streaming (upto 4K),
No Google Play Services Required,
No User Accounts Needed,
Background Play,
Channel Subscriptions,
Download Options,
Customizable Interface,
Multiple Video Sources,
Offline Viewing,
No Tracking or Data Collection. |
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LibreTube (Download) |
Ad-Free Streaming,
Material You Design,
No Google Play Services Required,
Piped Instance,
Background Play,
Channel Subscriptions,
Sponsorblock and Dearrow,
Customizable Interface,
Offline Viewing,
No Tracking or Data Collection. |
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FreeTube (Download) |
Ad-Free Streaming,
No Google Play Services Required,
Two Extractor APIs (Built in or Invidious),
Youtube Chapters,
Sponsorblock,
Channel Community Posts,
Multiple Windows.
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BlackHole
(No longer maintained) (Download) |
Ad-Free Streaming,
Best Quality for Streaming (320 kbps AAC),
Music Downloads (320 kbps AAC),
Trending Songs,
Local and Global Spotify Charts,
JioSaavn Integration,
Import Playlists from Spotify and Youtube,
Lyrics Support,
Dark Mode and Amoled Display with Custom Gradients,
Tag Editing,
No Subscriptions.
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Spotube (Download) |
Ad-Free Streaming,
Amazing UI,
Music Downloads,
Time-Synced Lyrics,
Spotify and Youtube Music Integration,
Cross-Platform Support,
No Telemetry or Data Collection.
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RiMusic (Download) |
Ad-Free Streaming,
Multilingual Support,
Youtube Music Integration,
Listening Statistics,
Persistent Queues,
Dark Mode and Amoled Display,
Playlist Management,
Audio Normalization.
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