Mullvad VPN
Mullvad VPN is a Swedish-based, privacy-first virtual private network designed to make internet anonymity simple, ethical, and accessible. Unlike most VPNs, Mullvad doesn’t require an email address, username, or any personal data to create an account. Users are identified only by a randomly generated account number. The service operates transparently, with open-source apps, independent audits, […]
Nextcloud
Nextcloud is a powerful open-source platform for file storage, collaboration, and productivity; positioned as an ethical alternative to cloud suites like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, or Dropbox. It allows individuals and organisations to host their own private cloud, offering tools for document editing, calendar management, video calls, chat, and email integration. Built around open standards […]
Aegis Authenticator
Aegis Authenticator is a free, open-source two-factor authentication (2FA) app for Android that provides secure, offline management of one-time passwords (TOTPs). It’s designed as a privacy-respecting alternative to proprietary authenticators like Google Authenticator or Authy, offering strong local encryption and backup options without requiring an online account or cloud storage. Aegis gives users complete control […]
Matomo
Matomo (formerly Piwik) is an open-source web analytics platform that serves as an ethical alternative to Google Analytics. It provides detailed insights into website traffic, user behaviour, and performance without compromising privacy. Organisations can self-host Matomo or use its managed cloud service, retaining full control of their analytics data. Built around GDPR compliance and transparency, […]
Penpot
Penpot is an open-source design and prototyping platform built for teams that value collaboration, openness, and freedom from vendor lock-in. It offers a browser-based interface for creating UI/UX designs, wireframes, and interactive prototypes – similar in function to tools like Figma or Sketch, but with a transparent, self-hostable architecture. Developed by Kaleidos, Penpot is designed […]
Passbolt
Passbolt is an open-source, self-hosted password manager designed primarily for teams and organisations that need secure, collaborative credential management. Built on modern web technologies and following open security standards (such as OpenPGP for encryption), it allows users to store, share, and manage passwords and secrets within their own infrastructure or via Passbolt’s managed cloud. Its […]
GreenNet
GreenNet is a not-for-profit ethical collective ISP set up in 1985 as an effective and cheap way for environmental activists to communicate. Unlike some other internet service providers, GreenNet is geared to the needs of activist organisations and individuals working for social change.
QubesOS
Qubes OS is an open-source, security-oriented operating system designed to provide strong isolation between different tasks on a computer. By compartmentalizing different activities into separate virtual machines, it aims to protect users from potential breaches and ensure that a compromise in one environment doesn’t jeopardize the entire system.
Startpage
Startpage is a privacy-focused search engine that aims to provide users with robust search capabilities while prioritizing user data protection and anonymity. It claims to offer a safer way to search and browse online without personal data collection, tracking or targeting.
Mastodon
Mastodon is a decentralized and open-source social media platform designed as an alternative to centralized social networks like Twitter. It operates on a federated model, where multiple independently-run servers (instances) connect to create a network of interconnected communities, referred to as the ‘Fediverse’. Mastodon is free and open-source software developed by a non-profit organization. Public […]