FreedomLab’s Tool Library compiles all online tools and resources that can be relevant for human rights defenders, spanning a wide variety of topics. Use the filters below to find relevant resources - tools can be filtered by Topic, Type, and Target Group. Please note that tools included in this library do not belong to FreedomLab and, whilst the Library is regularly updated and maintained by the FreedomLab team, users should be aware of the risks that arise by clicking on external links. If you know of a tool that could be added to this library, fill out this form.
Mainframe
Mainframe OS is a decentralized network for censorship-resistant message routing. It is a platform that makes it easy for users to quickly discover and use apps on the decentralized web, without...
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Software
Topics
Digital Security
QGIS
QGIS is a free and open-source cross-platform desktop geographic information system (GIS) application that supports viewing, editing, and analysis of geospatial data on Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD and...
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Databases
Mobile Applications
Online maps & registries
Software
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Datahub
Datahub is a fast way for individuals, teams and organizations to publish, deploy and share their data. It’s a tool for transforming our ability to create and use quality data, bringing dramatic...
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Databases
Software
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Information Visualization and Design
Project Management
Audacity
Audacity is a free, easy-to-use, multi-track audio editor and recorder for Windows, macOS, GNU/Linux and other operating systems. The interface is translated into many languages. Features include...
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Add-Ons & Plug-Ins
Software
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
SecureDrop
SecureDrop is an open source whistleblower submission system that media organizations and NGOs can install to securely accept documents from anonymous sources. It uses the anonymity network Tor to...
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Software
Topics
Digital Security
Information Collection and Documentation
Umbrella
Umbrella is a secure, encrypted app released by the team at Security First which allows users to access open-source, up-to-date security information in one place. It provides simple and practical...
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Mobile Applications
Software
Topics
Digital Security
Physical Security
Riseup
Riseup provides online communication tools for people and groups working on liberatory social change. The project aims to create democratic alternatives and practice self-determination by...
Tool
Software
Topics
Digital Security
Project Management
Knapsack for Hope
Knapsack satellite file-casting technology allows digital content to be delivered to locations otherwise disconnected due to remote geography, censorship, frequent internet shutdowns, or high...
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Other tools
Software
Topics
Digital Security
Information Collection and Documentation
Project Management