monocles Apps#
These do not require a monocles account to be used.#
For the best experience we do however encourage you to at least give our Services a try!#
- monocles Services fund the development and maintenance of the monocles Apps.
- monocles Services and Apps are tested against each other and thus issues and bugs between those have expedited priority.
- Whilst we do use standard protocols, we cannot test every permutation of Servers in the wild!
List of Apps#
monocles mail#
A user-friendly eMail client that integrates PGP/MIME (OpenPGP and GnuPG compatible) end-to-end encryption.
monocles chat#
A user-friendy XMPP chat client that integrates PGP & OMEMO end-to-end encryption.
- Supporting not only text chat over Clearnet, Tor and I2P, but also file transmissions, voice and video calls.
monocles Browser#
A privacy-enhancing browser that blocks JavaScript as well as Cookies per default.
It uses Android's WebView based off Chromium.
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Thus it is recommended to only use it on updated and patched devices for security reasons.
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Supports "Torification" via Orbot to circument censorship and tracking/traffic analysis.
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Integrates Ad Blocker ( EasyList ), making browsing not just faster but also more secure.
monocles social#
A client for monocles.social, a Mastodon instance federated with the Fediverse.
This App does require a Monocles Full Account!#
monocles translator#
A translator App built on top of Translate You
- It also Supports multiple different translation engines.
Installing from F-Droid#
Using F-Droid to install monocles apps on Android is a highly beneficial choice for several reasons. First and foremost, F-Droid is an open-source platform, which means that all apps are publicly available for review. This transparency ensures a higher level of security, as anyone can inspect the code for potential vulnerabilities or malicious elements.
Moreover, F-Droid does not track your data, allowing you to maintain your privacy while using the apps. The platform curates its app selection, focusing on quality and functionality, so you can trust that the apps you download are well-maintained and reliable.
By using F-Droid, you also support the open-source movement, encouraging developers to create applications that prioritize user freedom and control. The installation process is straightforward and user-friendly, and you can use F-Droid without relying on Google Play Services. Overall, F-Droid offers a safe, reliable, and enriching experience for downloading monocles apps.