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WebLibre is an independent browser project built on the foundation of [Mozilla's Gecko Engine](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gecko_(software)) and [Mozilla Android Components](https://mozac.org/). It offers a fully featured web browser compatible with Firefox mobile add-ons, designed with privacy and usability at its core.
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WebLibre is an independent privacy-focused browser for Android built on [Mozilla's Gecko Engine](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gecko_(software)) and [Mozilla Android Components](https://mozac.org/). It offers a fully-featured web browser with extension support, enhanced by powerful privacy features, local AI assistance (opt-in), and advanced tab organization tools.
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<a href="https://liberapay.com/FaFre/donate">
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> **⚠️ Alpha Release Notice**
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> WebLibre is currently in the alpha phase. Expect frequent updates, potential bugs, and breaking changes. Please report issues on [GitHub](https://github.com/FaFre/WebLibre/issues).
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> Currently only F-Droid builds are free from Google dependencies.
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> **📱 Early Access**
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> WebLibre is under active development with frequent updates and new features. The browser is production-capable for early adopters who value privacy and are willing to help shape its future. Report issues or request features on [GitHub](https://github.com/FaFre/WebLibre/issues).
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## Join the WebLibre Community
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We'd love to see you over on [Matrix](https://matrix.to/#/#weblibre:unredacted.org) to share ideas, get support, and help shape the future of this project.
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**Your voice matters.** Since WebLibre respects your privacy by design—no tracking, no telemetry—we depend on community feedback to improve. Here's how you can get involved:
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**Your voice matters.** Since WebLibre respects your privacy by design—no tracking, no telemetry—we depend on community feedback to improve. Whether you've discovered a bug, have a feature request, or want to share your experience, we'd love to hear from you!
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- **[Feedback Platform](https://feedback.weblibre.eu/)** - Vote on features, share ideas, and help prioritize development
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- **[Matrix Chat](https://matrix.to/#/#weblibre:unredacted.org)** - Get support, discuss ideas, and connect with other users
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- **[GitHub Issues](https://github.com/FaFre/WebLibre/issues)** - Report bugs and track development
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Whether you've discovered a bug, have a feature request, or want to share your experience, we'd love to hear from you!
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## Privacy by Design
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## Features
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### Multi-User Profiles
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- **Complete Profile Isolation** - Separate browsing data, extensions, and settings per user
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- **Profile Backups** - Export and restore individual user profiles with all associated data
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- **Independent Configurations** - Each profile maintains its own containers, extensions, privacy settings, and preferences
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### [Tab Management](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Tab-Management)
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- [**Tab Containers:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Containers/Container) Organize tabs into isolated containers for enhanced privacy and workflow management with optional features:
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- [**Container Cookie Contexts:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Containers/Features/Container-Cookie-Contexts) Separate “cookie jars” for each container.
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- [**Tab Containers:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Containers/Container) Organize tabs into isolated containers for enhanced privacy and workflow management:
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- [**Container Cookie Contexts:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Containers/Features/Container-Cookie-Contexts) Separate "cookie jars" for each container
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- [**Tor Proxy:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Containers/Features/Tor-Proxy) Route container traffic through the Tor network for anonymous browsing.
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- [**Biometric Authentication:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Containers/Features/Biometric-authentication) Restrict access to containers using fingerprint or face recognition.
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- [**Tree View Navigation:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Tree-View-Navigation) Visualize and manage complex tab hierarchies for better browsing context.
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- [**Local AI Assistance:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Containers/Features/On-Device-AI) Use on-device AI models to group tabs and manage containers effortlessly.
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- [**Biometric Authentication:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Containers/Features/Biometric-authentication) Restrict access to containers using fingerprint or face recognition
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- **Site Assignments:** Automatically route specific domains to designated containers
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- [**Tree View Navigation:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Tree-View-Navigation) Visualize and manage complex tab hierarchies with parent-child relationships
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- [**Local AI Assistance:**](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Tabs/Containers/Features/On-Device-AI) Use on-device AI models to intelligently group related tabs into new containers
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- **Flexible Tab Views:** Choose between list view, grid view, or tree view with tab hierarchy
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### [Personal Local Search Engine](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Personal-Local-Search-Engine)
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- **Unified Search:** Instantly search across:
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- **Open Tabs:** By title, address, and full page content (no size limits).
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- **Web Feeds:** Aggregate and search your favorite news sites and blogs, with full content indexing.
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- **Browsing History:** Quickly find previously visited sites by title or address.
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- **Bangs:** Use custom shortcuts for direct on-site search.
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- **Local-First Search:** All indexing and search operations happen on your device—your data never leaves your control.
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- **Open Tabs:** By title, address, and full page content (no size limits)
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- **Bookmarks:** Search your saved bookmarks by title, URL, and folder
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- **Web Feeds:** Aggregate and search your favorite news sites and blogs with full content indexing
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- **Browsing History:** Quickly find previously visited sites by title or address
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- **[Bangs](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Bangs):** Use thousands of built-in shortcuts for direct on-site search
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- **Custom Search Engines:** Create your own bang shortcuts for frequently used search engines and websites
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- **Local-First Search:** All indexing and search operations happen on your device—your data never leaves your control
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### Privacy & Security
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- **Tor Integration:** Route container or private tab traffic through the Tor network for greater anonymity.
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- **Ad and Content Blocking:** Optional content blocker (uBlock Origin) installation during onboarding.
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- **Web Engine Hardening:** Comprehensive and easy-to-use privacy and security presets for the Gecko Web-Engine.
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- **DNS over HTTPS (DoH):** Encrypted DNS with predefined or custom resolver options
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- **Container Data Isolation:** Clear container data for isolated containers
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### [Bangs](https://docs.weblibre.eu/Bangs)
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### Productivity & Content Management
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- **Direct On-Site Search:** Use thousands of powerful shortcuts (“bangs”) to search directly on popular websites—no third-party search engine required.
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- **Bookmark Management** - Import/export bookmarks (JSON/HTML format)
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- **Export Page Content** - Save web pages as PDF or Markdown
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## Getting Started
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1. **Download & Install** WebLibre on your device.
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2. **Organize Tabs:** Use containers for work, personal, or research contexts.
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3. **Enable Tor Proxy:** Assign Tor to containers or private tabs for sensitive browsing.
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4. **Add Web Feeds:** Aggregate your favorite sites for unified, private search.
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5. **Try Bangs:** Search directly on your favorite websites with custom shortcuts.
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1. **Download & Install** WebLibre on your Android device
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2. **Set Up Your Profile:** Create your first user profile during onboarding
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3. **Organize with Containers:** Create containers for different contexts (work, personal, shopping)
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- Assign specific websites to containers for automatic routing
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- Enable Tor proxy for sensitive containers
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4. **Import Your Data:**
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- Import bookmarks from Firefox, Chrome, or other browsers (HTML format)
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- Organize bookmarks into folders
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5. **Configure Privacy:**
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- Enable DNS over HTTPS
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- Configure web engine hardening presets
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- Set up content blocking (install uBlock Origin)
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6. **Customize Your Experience:**
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- Add custom search engine bangs
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- Configure tab management preferences
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- Install extensions from custom addon collections
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<p align="center">
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<a href='https://github.com/FaFre/WebLibre/releases'>
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## Feedback & Contributions
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WebLibre is in active development, and your feedback is greatly welcomed!
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Please share your ideas, report issues via [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/FaFre/WebLibre/issues).
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WebLibre is in active development, and your feedback shapes its future!
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- **Share Feedback:** [feedback.weblibre.eu](https://feedback.weblibre.eu/) - Request features, vote on ideas, and share your experience
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- **Report Issues:** [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/FaFre/WebLibre/issues) - Report bugs and technical problems
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- **Community Discussion:** [Matrix Chat](https://matrix.to/#/#weblibre:unredacted.org) - Get support and discuss ideas
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- **Documentation:** [docs.weblibre.eu](https://docs.weblibre.eu/) - Learn more about features and configuration
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Since WebLibre respects your privacy by design—**no tracking, no telemetry**—we rely entirely on community feedback to improve. Share your experience, request features, or report bugs!
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Fabian Freund