Freetube

What is Freetube?

FreeTube is an open-source desktop YouTube player designed to prioritize user privacy. It allows you to access YouTube content without the intrusion of advertisements or Google's tracking mechanisms, such as cookies and JavaScript. This versatile application is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms, made possible through the use of the Electron framework

Highlights

• Avoid Google tracking: FreeTube prevents Google from tracking your usage habits by circumventing the use of cookies and JavaScript
• Local data storage: All your subscriptions, viewing history, and saved videos are stored locally on your device, never transmitted or published online
• Tor network integration: FreeTube supports making API calls through the Tor network, further enhancing your privacy and anonymity
• Multi-platform availability: FreeTube's Electron-based design ensures it can be used on a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Mac, and Linux.