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Open Source Privacy Tools: Why It Matters
Why open source matters for privacy tools. Learn how transparency, community audits, and verifiable security make open source the gold standard.
July 20, 20251 min read88 wordsUpdated Dec 12, 2025
Open Source Privacy Tools: Why It Matters
When it comes to privacy tools, open source isn't just a nice-to-have—it's essential.
Why Open Source?
Transparency
- You can verify exactly what the code does
- No hidden backdoors or tracking
Community Audits
- Security researchers can review the code
- Vulnerabilities are found and fixed faster
Trust Through Verification
- "Don't trust, verify" becomes possible
- Independence from any single company
All Privacy Gecko tools are open source because we believe privacy requires transparency.
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