agregatora

An agregatora, commonly known as a feed aggregator or RSS reader, is a web-based or software application designed to collect and display content from multiple online sources in a single interface. The term "agregatora" is a Portuguese and Spanish word derived from the verb "agregar," meaning "to aggregate," reflecting its core function of consolidating digital content.

Feed aggregators operate by subscribing to web feeds, typically in the form of Really Simple Syndication (RSS) or Atom feeds. These feeds are standardized formats that allow websites to publish updates in a machine-readable way. When a subscribed site updates its content, the agregatora retrieves the new information and presents it to the user in a unified view, often organized by date or source. This eliminates the need for users to visit multiple websites individually to stay informed.

Popular agregatoras include standalone applications like Thunderbird with its built-in feed reader, as well as web services such as Feedly, Inoreader, and The Old Reader. Some platforms, like Google Reader (now discontinued), gained widespread use before being phased out. Modern agregatoras often incorporate additional features, such as keyword filtering, tagging, and integration with social media or productivity tools.

The primary advantage of using an agregatora is efficiency—users can monitor numerous sources without cluttering their browser bookmarks or inboxes. This is particularly useful for journalists, researchers, or anyone following diverse topics across the web. However, the rise of social media platforms has somewhat diminished the reliance on traditional agregatoras, as many users now prefer curated content streams on platforms like Twitter or Facebook. Nonetheless, agregatoras remain a preferred choice for those seeking a more private, ad-free, and customizable way to consume online content.