From 3880a2fc1b2e5c7be58943a4dfd5b8bf3d1c6c43 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Alicia Sykes Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2020 13:41:35 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] Adds Invidio - A JS-free YouTube proxy client --- 5_Privacy_Respecting_Software.md | 8 ++++++++ 1 file changed, 8 insertions(+) diff --git a/5_Privacy_Respecting_Software.md b/5_Privacy_Respecting_Software.md index d21f040..e81bbfc 100644 --- a/5_Privacy_Respecting_Software.md +++ b/5_Privacy_Respecting_Software.md @@ -927,7 +927,15 @@ These are websites that enable you to access existing social media platforms, wi | Provider | Description | | --- | --- | **[Nitter](https://nitter.net/)** (Twitter) | Nitter is a free and open source alternative Twitter front-end focused on privacy, it prevents Twitter from tracking your IP or browser fingerprint. It does not include any JavaScript, and all requests go through the backend, so the client never talks directly to Twitter. It's written in Nim, is super lightweight, with multiple themes and a responsive mobile version available, as well as customizable RSS feeds. Uses an unofficial API, with no rate limits or and no developer account required +**[Invidio](https://invidio.us/)** (YouTube) | Privacy-focused, open source alternative frontend for YouTube. It prevents/ reduces Google tracking, and adds additional features, including an audio-only mode, Reddit comment feed, advanced video playback settings. It's super lightweight, and does not require JavaScript to be enabled, and you can import/ export your subscriptions list, and customize your feed. See list of [Invidious Public Instances](https://github.com/iv-org/invidious/wiki/Invidious-Instances) +**[WebProxy](https://weboproxy.com/)** | Free proxy service, with Tor mode (which is recommended to enable). Designed to be used to evade censorship and access geo-blocked content. The service is maintained by [DevroLabs](https://devrolabs.com/), who also run the [OnionSite](https://onionsite.weboproxy.com/) web proxy, they claim to that all traffic is 256-bit SSL-encrypted, but this cannot be verified - never enter any potentially personally identifiable infomation, and use it purely for consuming content +#### Notable Mentions +**[NewPipe](https://newpipe.schabi.org/)** is an open source, privacy-respecting YouTube client for Android. +**[FreeTube](https://freetubeapp.io/)** an open source YouTube client for Windows, MacOS and Linux, providing a more private experience, with a native-feel desktop app. It is built upon the [Invidio](https://invidio.us/) API. + +#### Word of Warning +When proxies are involved - only use reputable services, and **never** enter any personal information ## Cryptocurrencies