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Freenet

Enables anonymous file sharing, web publishing, and forum discussion without fear of censorship.

Made by The Freenet Project Inc.

  • censorship-resistant

  • Privacy Protection

  • Anonymity

  • darknet

  • Anonymizing Network

  • connection

  • distributed-data-store

What is Freenet?

Freenet enables users to anonymously share files, browse and publish web content, and engage in online discussions without the risk of censorship. This decentralized platform operates in a "darknet" mode, where users only connect to their trusted contacts, making it challenging to detect. Freenet's design prioritizes privacy and security, allowing individuals to freely express themselves and access information without the fear of surveillance or interference

Highlights

  • Anonymous file sharing
  • Publishing and browsing "freesites" (web content accessible only through Freenet)
  • Participation in censorship-resistant forums and discussions
  • Decentralized architecture with "darknet" mode for enhanced privacy and security
  • Difficulty in detecting Freenet usage when operating in the "darknet" mode

Platforms

  • Mac
  • Linux
  • BSD
  • Windows

Languages

  • English

Features

    • Java based

    • Fully anonymous

    • Anonymous Secure Filesharing

    • Virtual filesystem

    • Ad-free

    • Decentralized

    • Peer-To-Peer