Desktop Apps
Privacy-friendly open source apps for Linux, macOS, and Windows
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Actual Budget
DesktopWeb
Privacy-focused budgeting app with local-first data and optional sync server.
A
Arch Linux
Desktop
Lightweight, rolling-release Linux distribution following a DIY philosophy.
B
Brave Leo
DesktopWeb
Browser-native AI assistant with anonymous, private conversations and no data retention.
B
Bruno
Desktop
Open-source API client that stores collections directly in your filesystem.
D
Debian
Desktop
Stable, community-governed Linux distribution that forms the basis for many others.
D
Dino
Desktop
Modern XMPP chat client for desktop with support for OMEMO encryption.
D
Domoticz
DesktopWeb
Lightweight open-source home automation system for Linux, Windows, and Raspberry Pi.
D
DuckDuckGo VPN
APKDesktopiOS
VPN service bundled with DuckDuckGo's Privacy Pro subscription.
F
Fedora
Desktop
Community-driven Linux distribution sponsored by Red Hat with cutting-edge packages.
F
Filen
DesktopWeb
Zero-knowledge encrypted cloud storage from Germany with open-source clients.
F
Firefox Translations
Desktop
Built-in Firefox feature for offline page translation without sending data to servers.
F
Floorp
Desktop
Customizable Firefox-based browser from Japan with built-in privacy features.
G
GIMP
Desktop
Free image editor for photo retouching, composition, and graphic design.
G
GPT4All
Desktop
Open-source desktop app for running local LLMs with no GPU required.
G
GnuCash
Desktop
Free double-entry accounting software for personal and small business finance.
Home Assistant
APKDesktopWeb
Open-source home automation platform with local control and privacy-first design.
F-DroidGitHub
I
IVPN
DesktopWeb
Audited, open-source VPN with anonymous signup and no email required.
J
Jan
Desktop
Open-source ChatGPT alternative that runs 100% offline on your computer.
J
Jottacloud
DesktopWeb
Norwegian cloud storage service powered by renewable energy with strong privacy protections.
L
LM Studio
Desktop
Desktop app for discovering, downloading, and running local LLMs with a GUI.
L
LibreOffice
Desktop
Full-featured open-source office suite with word processor, spreadsheet, and presentations.
L
LibreWolf
Desktop
Privacy-focused Firefox fork with enhanced security defaults and no telemetry.
L
Linux Mint
Desktop
User-friendly Linux distribution based on Ubuntu with a traditional desktop layout.
L
LocalAI
Desktop
Self-hosted OpenAI-compatible API for running LLMs locally on consumer hardware.