OONI Probe is a network diagnostic tool designed to identify internet censorship and surveillance by measuring the accessibility of websites and instant messaging apps. Developed by The Tor Project, the app enables users to contribute to a global dataset of network interference measurements. It is notable for its role in providing empirical evidence of internet blocking across more than 200 countries.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Privacy-conscious users, researchers, and developers interested in monitoring network performance and internet freedom.
What does it look like?
Key features
Examines the accessibility of specific websites to identify potential censorship.
Checks for the blocking of popular messaging platforms within the user's network.
Evaluates network speed and performance metrics.
Identifies systems within the network that may be responsible for surveillance or interference.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
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5 versions in history. Development pace: active.
Who built it?
The Tor Project
4 apps tracked · Utilities
Tor Browser (Alpha)
Orbot
Tor BrowserUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Competitive landscape for OONI Probe
How's the Utilities market?
The rivals identified
The Analyst's Read
Key takeaways for OONI Probe
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
OONI Probe functions as a crowdsourced utility for documenting internet censorship, though users report stability issues and a need for updated test targets.
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