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Description

GNUzilla represents the GNU adaptation of the Mozilla suite, whereas GNU IceCat is the version of the Firefox browser tailored for GNU users. Its primary benefit lies in its commitment to ethical standards, as it is entirely composed of free software. Although the source code of Firefox from the Mozilla project is also open, it endorses and includes nonfree software in the form of plug-ins and add-ons. Furthermore, the trademark license set by Mozilla imposes restrictions on how modified versions can be distributed, which can hinder users' ability to fully exercise their freedom in software use. IceCat enhances browsing security by providing an extension that encrypts communications with numerous prominent websites. It effectively blocks privacy trackers during standard browsing sessions and prevents all third-party requests while in private browsing mode, utilizing Adblock Plus technology. Additionally, IceCat features a unique “about:icecat” homepage that offers valuable insights into its free software and privacy functionalities, along with customizable checkboxes to enable or disable features that may disrupt website accessibility, ensuring a more tailored browsing experience. This thoughtful design not only promotes user privacy but also aligns with the principles of free software advocacy.

Description

Smart-Browsing optimizes page performance automatically as you browse. Ghostery Blocks trackers to speed up page loads and declutter webpages. Anti-tracking anonymizes data to further protect privacy. While you browse the web, Ghostery-grade protection will keep you safe. While you browse the web, keep your Ghostery-grade protection on. While you browse the web, keep your Ghostery-grade protection on. Ghostery Private Browser offers an advanced privacy setting, HTTPS-Only Mode. Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) is the most fundamental protocol used to communicate between websites and browsers. Unfortunately, it is often unprotected and vulnerable to unwanted surveillance and manipulation. HTTPS-Only Mode makes sure that all communications with Ghostery Browsers are made using HTTP over TLS (HTTPS), which is a secure and encrypted method of communication that is much safer.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Ghostery Private Search
Ghostery Tracker & Ad Blocker

Integrations

Ghostery Private Search
Ghostery Tracker & Ad Blocker

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

GNU

Founded

1983

Country

United States

Website

www.gnu.org/software/gnuzilla/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Ghostery

Founded

2009

Country

Germany

Website

www.ghostery.com/ghostery-private-browser

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