AlternativeTo

🤖 AlternativeTo is the ultimate hub for discovering new and exciting software, no matter what platform you're on! Whether you're looking for apps for Windows, Mac, Linux, online services or mobile devices, we've got you covered!

🇸🇪 AlternativeTo was founded in 2009 in Sweden by Ola and Markus, with a lot of help from our friends and colleagues in 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇺🇸 USA, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇵🇭 Philippines, 🇫🇷 France, and contributors from all over the world.

🌐 Website: https://alternativeto.net
💙 Donations: https://liberapay.com/alternativeto

Public Key

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NIP-05 Address

alternativeto_at_mas.to@momostr.pink

Profile Code

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Last Notes

2026-04-20 10:29:04 UTC

Vercel reported that it was hacked through a compromised third party AI tool, exposing employee data and internal credentials. The company is urging admins to review and rotate environment variables https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/vercel-confirms-it-was-hacked-through-a-compromised-third-party-ai-tool/
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2026-04-16 16:30:18 UTC

Tuta has launched a closed beta for Tuta Drive, a quantum-secure cloud storage solution with end-to-end encryption. It's now available to select users via invite-only, allowing users to store, sync, and backup their files securely and privately.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/tuta-drive-enters-closed-beta-with-end-to-end-encryption-and-quantum-secure-cloud-storage/
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2026-04-14 10:32:06 UTC

Engineer on a sales call
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2026-04-14 09:04:05 UTC

Session, a privacy-focused encrypted messaging app, has announced it will shut down in 90 days without new funding. With $1M annual costs, it serves 1.7M users around the world. Staff will leave by April 2026, with some volunteering until July.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/encrypted-messaging-app-session-will-shut-down-in-90-days-unless-new-funding-are-secured/
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2026-04-13 18:00:41 UTC

Completely free WeTransfer alternative for sending large files, with no signup, password protection, and real private file transfers hosted in Switzerland 🇨🇭 https://alternativeto.net/software/swisstransfer/about/
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2026-04-13 15:01:25 UTC

𝕏 has announced the launch of XChat, a standalone messaging app, on April 17, 2026. The app will feature encrypted group chats, audio/video calls, disappearing messages and more. However, it may collect user data, raising privacy concerns.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/x-to-launch-xchat-messaging-app-on-april-17-with-end-to-end-encryption-and-privacy-claims/
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2026-04-12 01:33:04 UTC

Amazon Luna is removing support for individual game purchases, third party subscriptions, and the Bring Your Own Library feature, with any titles previously purchased through the service remaining playable only until June 10, after which they will be removed from Luna libraries https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/amazon-luna-is-slowly-starting-to-die-killing-game-purchases-and-third-party-subscriptions/
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2026-04-11 19:33:04 UTC

Mastodon 4.6 introduces Collections, a feature for bundling and sharing recommended accounts, similar to Bluesky's Starter Packs but with a 25-account limit. Users will be notified if added to a Collection and can opt-out or remove themselves from it https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/mastodon-introduces-collections-its-take-on-bluesky-starter-packs-for-account-discovery/
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2026-04-10 16:32:05 UTC

GNU nano 9.0 “Le bonheur est dans le pré” introduces major navigation and usability enhancements, including improved horizontal scrolling, customizable navigation keys, mouse support for quick buffer navigation, and much more.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/gnu-nano-9-0-adds-smarter-horizontal-scrolling-rebindable-keys-and-better-mouse-navigation/
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2026-04-10 13:26:06 UTC

OBS Studio 32.1 updates the interface for creators and streamers with a redesigned audio mixer, WebRTC simulcast support, restored undo/redo actions for scene items, enhanced security, a default bitrate of 6000 kbps, and much more.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/obs-studio-32-1-released-with-overhauled-audio-mixer-webrtc-simulcast-support-and-more/
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2026-04-10 09:02:04 UTC

Objective Development has released Little Snitch for Linux, a free host-based network firewall using eBPF and Rust. It offers key monitoring features, open-source UI, but closed source backend and limited firewall security due to eBPF constraints.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/little-snitch-the-host-based-application-firewall-for-macos-is-coming-to-linux-for-free/
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2026-04-09 11:59:05 UTC

Microsoft is finally updating Xbox’s Achievements system, starting with visual improvements and personalized notifications. Players can also hide games now, and 100% completed titles will be highlighted https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/xbox-is-finally-updating-its-achievements-system-with-visual-improvements-and-new-features/
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2026-04-09 05:56:05 UTC

Anthropic has introduced Mythos, a new cybersecurity focused AI model powerful enough to uncover thousands of serious vulnerabilities across every major operating system and web browser, but risky enough that regular users still cannot access it https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/anthropic-launches-mythos-a-new-cybersecurity-model-so-powerful-it-is-tightly-restricted/
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2026-04-08 23:20:05 UTC

An open-source lightweight Mailspring and Thunderbird alternative with direct IMAP/SMTP sync, built-in tracker blocking, and no Electron bloat 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/aerion/about/
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2026-04-08 13:27:05 UTC

Google Chrome now offers vertical tabs and an immersive reading mode to enhance browsing, multitasking, and productivity. These features aim to improve efficiency and align Chrome with other major browsers that already support these features.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/chrome-finally-brings-vertical-tabs-and-an-immersive-reading-mode-for-better-productivity/
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2026-04-06 19:27:05 UTC

Open-source self-hosting for podcasts, offering direct audience interaction, decentralized Fediverse integration, analytics, promotion tools, monetization, and distribution 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/castopod/about/
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2026-04-06 18:03:05 UTC

Anthropic ended free access to Claude Code via third-party apps like OpenClaw. Users now need a paid bundle or Claude API key https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/anthropic-ends-free-claude-access-for-third-party-tools-like-openclaw/
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2026-04-05 19:28:08 UTC

A new open-source and COMPLETELY FREE alternative to Screen Studio for polished screen recordings, with auto zoom, beautiful animated cursors, captions, webcam overlays, and GIF export. Available in Mac, Windows and Linux! 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/recordly/about/
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2026-04-03 15:03:05 UTC

Looking for an open-source alternative to Notion and Confluence? Try this wiki and documentation platform, with real time collaboration, team spaces, diagrams, and on premises deployment 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/docmost/about/
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2026-04-02 19:31:05 UTC

Free open-source game library manager and launcher that unifies Steam, Epic, GOG, and more, with custom themes, plugins, fullscreen mode, and playtime tracking. Includes game emulation support! 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/playnite/about/
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2026-04-01 11:56:04 UTC

The popular iPad painting app Procreate is finally making its way to the Mac with its next major update, Procreate 6 https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/procreate-is-officially-coming-to-mac-with-its-next-major-procreate-6-update-next-year/
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2026-04-01 10:33:03 UTC

How to be more productive
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2026-04-01 06:36:03 UTC

ONLYOFFICE has abruptly ended its partnership with Nextcloud after Nextcloud, IONOS, and other European companies launched Euro-Office, a fork of ONLYOFFICE presented as a European alternative to Microsoft Office. The company alleges the fork repackages its code without proper attribution, while Nextcloud has cited concerns about ONLYOFFICE's Russian origins https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/onlyoffice-ends-its-partnership-with-nextcloud-over-new-unauthorized-euro-office-fork/
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2026-03-30 19:28:04 UTC

Open source, cookieless Google Analytics alternative with self hosting, session replays, funnels, and real time web analytics 🐸 https://alternativeto.net/software/rybbit/about/
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2026-03-30 07:26:04 UTC

Notion 3.4 has been released, introducing a new dashboard, a revamped sidebar, a new tabs block, and direct image generation tools. Presentation mode has been updated, and users can now archive pages for better search & AI results.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/notion-3-4-adds-dashboard-sidebar-revamp-tabs-block-page-archiving-and-presentation-mode/
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2026-03-26 20:32:20 UTC

A ridiculously useful desktop shelf for clipboard history, quick notes, and temporary files that drops down instantly from the top edge with cloud sync and multi display access 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/unclutter/about/
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2026-03-26 15:57:05 UTC

Vivaldi 7.9 adds two-level tab stacks, daily start page images synced with the device's wallpaper, and Safari import to iOS. Android users gain daily image refresh and improvements for DeX and desktop mode.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/vivaldi-7-9-brings-two-level-tab-stacks-safari-import-and-daily-images-to-ios-and-android/
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2026-03-25 13:04:05 UTC

🎨 Krita 5.3 and 6.0 bring upgrades for digital artists. Krita 6, based on Qt6, supports Linux Wayland & HDR, and offers text tool enhancements. New painting tools, filter effects, new comic panel editing tool, and PSD compatibility have been added.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/krita-6-0-debuts-with-linux-wayland-and-hdr-support-new-text-tools-and-comic-panel-editor/
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2026-03-25 11:30:15 UTC

OpenAI is shutting down its AI video slop social app, Sora, along with its API less than six months after launch. The shutdown also ends a billion-dollar partnership with Disney https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/openai-is-shutting-down-sora-its-ai-video-slop-app-less-than-six-months-after-launch/
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2026-03-23 11:34:04 UTC

Autocorrect
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2026-03-20 10:04:06 UTC

Signal's latest update adds group member labels for Android, desktop, and iOS, allowing users to add descriptive labels next to their names in group chats. These labels are end-to-end encrypted, and can be turned off by group admins if needed.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/signal-introduces-group-member-labels-allowing-you-to-specify-your-role-or-responsibility/
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2026-03-19 11:27:06 UTC

Déjà vu
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2026-03-18 11:30:12 UTC

CXO-based prioritization framework
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2026-03-06 12:57:04 UTC

Google announced a new Desktop Mode for Android, starting with Pixel 8. The new mode lets users connect their phones to external monitors and access a multi-window interface with mouse and keyboard support, as well as multiple workspaces, offering a native alternative to Samsung DeX
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2026-03-06 05:27:04 UTC

Apple Music will use new "Transparency Tags" to label AI-generated content. Tags are optional now but will be required for new releases https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/apple-music-will-now-label-ai-generated-content-across-its-platform/
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2026-03-04 21:54:15 UTC

Ultra private, open-source messenger with zero user identifiers of any kind, no phone or email, and strong metadata protection. A Signal alternative with E2E encryption 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/simplex-chat/about/
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2026-03-04 17:19:03 UTC

Really cool website to search millions of movie and TV clips by phrase to train your ear for real English, then save playlists offline or grab perfect meme B-roll 😎 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/playphrase-me/about/
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2026-03-04 11:34:04 UTC

✉️🔒 Tired of Gmail scanning your emails to train its AI? Discover secure, privacy-focused alternatives like Proton, Tuta & mailbox. Switch easily & reclaim your data sovereignty today!
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/tired-of-gmail-s-invasive-data-collection-try-these-privacy-focused-alternatives/
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2026-03-03 14:31:04 UTC

🎨 GIMP 3.2 RC3 introduces new link and vector layers, enhances color swatch functionality, standardizes destructive actions, and improves UI and crop, flip, and shear tool features. It also expands file compatibility and refines the macOS installer.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/gimp-3-2-rc3-brings-non-raster-layers-new-color-operations-improved-crop-tool-and-more/
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2026-03-03 08:32:04 UTC

Motorola has announced a long-term partnership with the GrapheneOS Foundation to boost privacy and security on its smartphones, with future GrapheneOS support, ending the Google Pixel exclusivity for this Android OS.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/motorola-partners-with-grapheneos-to-boost-smartphone-security-and-privacy-for-its-users/
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2026-03-02 18:28:27 UTC

Thinking about ditching Google Maps but it feels almost impossible at this point? Here are some of our personally recommended alternatives that might change your mind! Have you found any other good recommendations? 👀 https://alternativeto.net/software/google-maps/
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2026-03-02 14:29:03 UTC

Obsidian Sync has introduced a headless client for CI pipelines, agents, and automated workflows, offering secure synchronization, platform-specific metadata support, and full end-to-end encryption.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/obsidian-sync-now-supports-headless-operation-for-workflow-automation-ci-pipelines-and-more/
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2026-03-02 13:02:05 UTC

Web browser Zen's latest update adds automatic GitHub/RSS folder filling, upgrades to Firefox 148, improves Linux performance, enhances tab splitting, refines extension and macOS popover UI, and more.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/3/zen-web-browser-introduces-live-folders-firefox-148-core-linux-performance-boost-and-more/
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2026-03-02 08:27:03 UTC

📱 /e/OS 3.5 has launched with LineageOS 22.2 as the base, default WebAssembly support, new Fairphone 6 features, updated web browser, and stability fixes for this privacy-focused deGoogled Android-based operating system.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/-e-os-3-5-released-with-lineageos-22-2-base-webassembly-support-and-fairphone-6-upgrades/
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2026-02-28 10:56:04 UTC

An open source, ethical alternative to centralized platforms like Instagram for the Fediverse, built on ActivityPub with a chronological feed, no algorithms, and no ads or tracking 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/pixelfed/about/
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2026-02-27 07:01:04 UTC

Open source, self-hosted desktop music player for Jellyfin, Navidrome, and OpenSubsonic, with MPV playback, synced lyrics, and server scrobbling, completely free! 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/feishin/about/
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2026-02-26 10:01:07 UTC

🦕 Deno 2.7 has been released with stabilized Temporal API, native Windows ARM builds, package.json support, new subprocess APIs, upgraded V8 JavaScript engine, improved Node.js compatibility, and other quality of life enhancements.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/deno-2-7-brings-stable-temporal-api-windows-on-arm-support-and-better-node-js-compatibility/
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2026-02-25 17:30:08 UTC

Canva has acquired Cavalry, a 2D animation software for Mac & Windows, and Mango AI, an AI platform, expanding its creative stack with motion graphics and advanced data-driven marketing tools.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/canva-acquires-cavalry-and-mango-ai-to-expand-2d-animation-and-ai-powered-intelligence-tools/
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2026-02-25 09:57:05 UTC

Weird bots… 🤖
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2026-02-20 11:30:06 UTC

Goodbye! 👋
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2026-02-20 08:33:04 UTC

GitLab 18.9 launches with Duo Agent Platform self-hosted models now available for cloud licenses, automated SAST vulnerability resolution, file tree navigation, pipeline input reuse, and more improvements for developers and DevOps.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/gitlab-18-9-introduces-duo-agent-general-availability-vulnerability-resolution-and-more/
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2026-02-20 00:56:04 UTC

Open source macOS screen recorder with a built in timeline editor. Capture screen, webcam, or iOS, add zoom, then export MP4, MOV, ProRes, or GIF 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/reframed/about/
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2026-02-18 16:01:05 UTC

Xbox will discontinue its Social Clubs feature on Xbox One and Series X|S consoles in April 2026, affecting user-run communities https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/xbox-social-clubs-feature-to-be-discontinued-across-all-consoles-in-2026/
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2026-02-18 13:00:19 UTC

Open-source offline reader for Wikipedia and thousands of sites. Download ZIM archives once, then search and browse anywhere with no internet 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/kiwix/about/
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2026-02-17 12:10:12 UTC

We just passed 7k followers here on Mastodon, thank you very much guys! 💙

2026-02-17 01:03:05 UTC

Apple announced video podcast support for Apple Podcasts in iOS 26.4 beta, with features like audio-video switching, offline viewing, and adaptive quality. It will expand to iPadOS, visionOS, and web later https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/apple-podcasts-adds-video-support-audio-switch-and-offline-downloads-in-beta/
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2026-02-16 17:32:04 UTC

Vim 9.2 introduces fuzzy completion, full Wayland support, a revamped learning tutor, new Vim9 scripting language features, XDG Base Directory Specification for user config, improved diff mode, UI enhancements, modern default settings, and more.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/vim-9-2-arrives-with-fuzzy-completion-wayland-support-xdg-config-and-improved-diff-mode/
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2026-02-16 16:01:10 UTC

So, Discord will soon force age verification for full access through a face scan for all users. Lovely 🤡 If you are wondering what else is out there, here are some of the most interesting open-source alternatives you might want to try out!
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2026-02-16 14:34:06 UTC

🦞 Peter Steinberger, creator of OpenClaw, joins OpenAI to advance multi-agent AI technologies. OpenClaw will remain open source, supported by OpenAI, ensuring its continued development and accessibility.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/openai-hires-openclaw-creator-peter-steinberger-will-keep-the-ai-agent-open-source/
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2026-02-15 11:28:04 UTC

Microsoft confirms a high-severity Notepad flaw in Windows 11, courtesy of its latest additions, enabling RCE via Markdown links https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/new-security-flaw-found-in-microsoft-notepad-courtesy-of-its-latest-innovative-additions/
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2026-02-15 07:01:04 UTC

A free, open source file manager with two panels side by side, tabs, bulk rename, and archive support. A cross-platform, Total Commander inspired alternative https://alternativeto.net/software/double-commander/about/
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2026-02-14 23:57:31 UTC

Share files to nearby devices without internet. Open source, cross-platform, and free. The perfect AirDrop alternative for all platforms 👉 https://alternativeto.net/software/localsend/about/
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2026-02-13 10:01:06 UTC

OpenVPN 2.7 introduces multi-socket servers, enhanced cross-platform DNS support, advanced Windows changes, DCO kernel module support for Linux, mbedTLS, TLS 1.3 support, improved channel security, and much more.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/openvpn-2-7-adds-multi-socket-servers-dco-linux-kernel-module-and-enhanced-dns-support/
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2026-02-12 18:29:34 UTC

Download complete web pages as a single HTML file in one click, including images, styles, fonts, and scripts https://alternativeto.net/software/singlefile/about/
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2026-02-10 18:57:05 UTC

Open source, ad-free multi source music player for YouTube Music and others, with lyrics support, offline downloads and https://Last.FM scrobbling https://alternativeto.net/software/bloomee-tunes/about/
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2026-02-10 10:04:04 UTC

YouTube Music has introduced a premium paywall for full song lyrics, limiting free users to five views before restrictions. This move, similar to Spotify's earlier attempt, has sparked user backlash.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/youtube-music-starts-rolling-out-premium-paywall-for-song-lyrics/
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2026-02-04 23:31:05 UTC

Open source Google Fonts manager for Linux with private previews via Fontsource. Install, preview, filter, grab CDN or NPM code, and download TTF files. Easy peasy 👌 https://alternativeto.net/software/sitra/about/
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2026-02-04 10:03:03 UTC

🐟 Popular interactive shell Fish 4.4 introduces improved Vim-style Vi bindings, interaction fixes, new color themes, terminal support for strike-through text, improved workflows, regression fixes, and much more.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/cli-shell-fish-4-4-brings-vi-mode-improvements-new-color-themes-and-other-enhancements/
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2026-02-04 08:33:03 UTC

🧅 The Tor Project has released Arti 2.0, removing several deprecated proxy options, flagging APIs as experimental, and advancing relay and directory authority groundwork for their next-generation, Rust-based Tor implementation.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/tor-project-releases-arti-2-0-with-major-improvements-to-relay-and-directory-authority/
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2026-02-03 09:58:03 UTC

🔥 Mozilla has detailed the AI control options that are coming in Firefox 148, allowing users to manage or disable specific (or all) AI features. This update will address user concerns and ensure AI preferences persist across browser updates.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/mozilla-details-new-user-controls-for-blocking-ai-features-that-are-coming-in-firefox-148/
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2026-02-02 08:54:03 UTC

Shotcut 26.1 finally brings hardware-accelerated video decoding, except for NVIDIA on Linux, a new contextual help feature, enhanced workflow flexibility, 8K VR180 video support, and other enhancements and bug fixes.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/2/open-source-video-editor-shotcut-26-1-finally-introduces-hardware-video-decoding/
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2026-02-01 20:00:06 UTC

The perfect open source note-taking and to-do app with Markdown, end-to-end encryption, web clipping and plugins. Available pretty much everywhere, including desktop, mobile, CLI, and self-hosted https://alternativeto.net/software/joplin/about/
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2026-02-01 18:52:56 UTC

Search and track social media accounts by username or email across 600+ sites, with smart filters, AI profiling, and PDF or CSV exports. Free and open-source! https://alternativeto.net/software/blackbird-osint/about/
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2026-01-29 22:21:18 UTC

Ok, time to settle this battle 🔥 Which one is your pick for the best Firefox-based browser, Zen or Floorp, and why? Got a better fork? 👀
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2026-01-29 12:32:06 UTC

Vivaldi 7.8 enhances tab tiling for better organization and comparison, introduces domain-restricted pinned tabs for focus, and adds features like daily Unsplash images, improved stability, and a better experience with Vivaldi Mail.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/vivaldi-7-8-adds-flexible-tab-tiling-improved-pinned-tabs-and-daily-start-page-images/
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2026-01-28 22:45:05 UTC

Free, open-source offline video compressor with zero tracking, powered by FFmpeg. Available for Linux, Windows & macOS https://alternativeto.net/software/compresso/about/
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2026-01-28 21:41:03 UTC

A completely free, open-source YouTube Music client for Android and Desktop with Spotify-like canvas, ad-free background play, synced lyrics with AI translations, and offline caching https://alternativeto.net/software/simpmusic/about/
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2026-01-28 20:26:03 UTC

The free and open-source alternative to DocuSign and Adobe Sign, with audit trails, completion certificates, and API https://alternativeto.net/software/opensign/about/
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2026-01-28 19:00:19 UTC

Modern graphical version control client with advanced tooling, GitHub, GitLab, and Codeberg support, native popout project views, automation, and custom themes
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2026-01-28 17:30:08 UTC

A new growing TikTok alternative founded by a Palestinian dev, with no censorship, no shadowbans, no pay-to-play favoritism, and no billionaires. If you’re fed up with TikTok’s latest content bans, this might be for you https://alternativeto.net/software/upscrolled/about/
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2026-01-28 15:17:04 UTC

Immich 2.5 introduces an option to free up space by removing backed-up media, non-destructive photo editing, built-in backup/restore, improved uploads, refreshed user interface, star-rating support on mobile, and security enhancements.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/immich-2-5-adds-space-saving-option-non-destructive-image-editing-ui-upgrades-and-more/
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2026-01-28 13:42:03 UTC

🎮 Microsoft is testing a refreshed Xbox Cloud Gaming web experience, featuring updated navigation and an overhauled design. Microsoft is asking for user feedback to improve this preview version before a global rollout.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/microsoft-begins-testing-a-refreshed-xbox-cloud-gaming-web-interface-asks-for-feedback/
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2026-01-28 12:06:03 UTC

WordPress Studio 1.7 introduces major CLI upgrades for local site management, authentication, preview sharing, and WP-CLI integration. It now fits more smoothly with AI-assisted development workflows using tools like Claude Code and Cursor.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/wordpress-studio-1-7-enhances-the-cli-with-local-site-management-authentification-and-more/
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2026-01-28 10:31:02 UTC

Meta is introducing Strict Account Settings on WhatsApp to enhance security against advanced cyberattacks. This feature restricts media from unknown senders and silences unknown calls, benefiting high-risk users.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/whatsapp-introduces-an-advanced-security-mode-to-protect-users-from-advanced-cyberattacks/
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2026-01-28 08:54:03 UTC

OpenAI has introduced Prism, a LaTeX-centric AI workspace for scientists, offering drafting, collaboration, and publication tools. Free for ChatGPT users, it integrates GPT-5.2 and simplifies research workflows for scientific writing.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/openai-unveils-prism-a-new-ai-workspace-for-collaborative-sicentific-research-and-writing/
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2026-01-28 02:36:03 UTC

Visual sitemap and low-res wireframe builder. Free, and no signup required https://alternativeto.net/software/octopus-do/about/
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2026-01-27 23:32:03 UTC

100% local, privacy first meeting recorder with on device transcription and AI notes, with support for Apple Intelligence, Whisper, or your own API keys. Free forever, no account, no cloud https://alternativeto.net/software/bb-recorder/about/
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2026-01-27 22:42:35 UTC

End-to-end encrypted notes, sketches, and files synced across devices, with no passwords and zero data collection https://alternativeto.net/software/lockbook/about/
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2026-01-27 16:53:03 UTC

🛡️ @npub1r46…df5s 2.19 “Punk-01 Shaka” adds Zoom games' integration for Linux users, DXMT support on macOS, certificate signing on Windows, UI improvements, new settings and accessibility options, and much more.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/heroic-games-launcher-2-19-brings-zoom-games-integration-dxmt-support-on-macos-and-more/
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2026-01-27 15:17:05 UTC

With MCP Apps, Claude now lets users open, interact with, and collaborate on tools like Asana, Slack, Canva, monday, Box, Figma, and more, directly in conversations. It's now available for Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise users.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/claude-introduces-mcp-apps-to-interact-with-apps-like-canva-asana-slack-figma-and-more/
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2026-01-27 12:06:03 UTC

Completely free, self-hosted personal finance tracker, forked from the now defunct Maybe Finance, with customizable budgets, 10,000+ account links, charts, and an optional AI assistant https://alternativeto.net/software/sure/about/
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2026-01-27 10:31:03 UTC

📍 @npub1vnv…j6zu has launched MapLibre Tile (MLT), an open-source next-generation vector tile format for mapping apps, succeeding Mapbox Vector Tile. MLT offers better compression & performance, and supports modern graphics APIs.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/maplibre-introduces-maplibre-tile-mlt--a-new-modern-and-efficient-vector-tile-format/
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2026-01-27 09:30:15 UTC

Full-featured menu bar calendar for Mac with instant meeting join, multi-calendar integration, reminders, privacy, and no signup required https://alternativeto.net/software/dot-calendar/about/
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2026-01-27 08:54:03 UTC

Alibaba has released Qwen3-Max-Thinking, its strongest reasoning AI model to date. It achieves top results across 19 benchmarks, competing with top AI models like GPT 5.2, Claude Opus 4.5, and Gemini 3 Pro.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/alibaba-unveils-qwen3-max-thinking-to-compete-with-top-ai-reasoning-models-like-gpt-5-2/
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2026-01-27 07:19:03 UTC

The open source, self-hosted AI agent everyone is talking about, built to run on your own devices with real persistent memory, and extremely easy to access via WhatsApp, Telegram, and Discord https://alternativeto.net/software/clawdbot/about/
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2026-01-26 15:17:03 UTC

DietPi 10.10 has been released, raising minimum requirements to Debian 12, dropping support for older SBCs and software, introducing Uptime Kuma and ownCloud Infinite Scale, and bringing other enhancements and bug fixes.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/dietpi-10-10-drops-debian-11-adds-uptime-kuma-and-owncloud-infinite-scale-and-more/
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2026-01-26 13:42:03 UTC

Google has expanded “Personal Intelligence” to AI Mode in Google Search, letting subscribers link Gmail and Photos for deeply personalized, opt-in results. It's rolling out to U.S.-based customers with personal Google accounts on eligible plans.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/google-brings-personal-intelligence-to-search-s-ai-mode-with-gmail-and-photos-integration/
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2026-01-26 12:06:03 UTC

F-Droid Basic 2.0 alpha brings a new Kotlin Compose interface, improved app search and discovery, real-time app issue alerts, updated installation workflows, new Material You color theme, and more. Users should note that some features are still missing.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/f-droid-basic-2-0-alpha-debuts-with-rewritten-ui-better-search-and-improved-app-discovery/
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2026-01-26 10:31:03 UTC

😜 Google Photos has introduced Me Meme, an AI-driven tool to turn personal photos into personalized memes. Users can choose from templates or upload pictures, generating memes with a tap. It's now available to users in the US.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/1/google-photos-rolls-out-me-meme-ai-feature-to-turn-yourself-into-personalized-funny-memes/
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2026-01-26 09:00:11 UTC

Find, filter and download all images on a web page, completely free. Works on both Firefox and Chrome https://alternativeto.net/software/imageye/about/
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