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The Pirate Box - A DIY anonymous offline file-sharing and communications system
• Pirate BoxGoals of the PirateBox project
PirateBox provides easy file sharing and messaging over a local area network.
PirateBox is designed to educate the public and make them aware about online censorship, surveillance and freedom of speech.
PirateBox truly respects privacy and thus does not collect any access or connection logs from its users.
PirateBox has an educational purpose and aims to teach about computer programming and computer networks.
PirateBox network (AP) should be open, and use open networking standards to allow communication with other users.
PirateBox FAQ
PirateBox is a DIY anonymous offline file-sharing and communications system built with free software and inexpensive off-the-shelf hardware. Learn more below by reading our FAQs or start building one now.
Getting Started
You can build a PirateBox for as little as US$35! Pick which platform is best for yourself and you should be able to have your PirateBox up and running in just a few minutes.