anduntamed

Anduntamed is an independent, open-source project focused on creating a lightweight, privacy-conscious web browser designed for users seeking a minimalist and customizable browsing experience. The project emphasizes user autonomy, avoiding proprietary technologies and telemetry that are common in many mainstream browsers. Anduntamed is built on the Chromium codebase but is not officially affiliated with Google Chrome or any other commercial entity, allowing developers to modify and distribute it freely under permissive licensing terms.

The browser is notable for its commitment to performance and efficiency, stripping away unnecessary features to reduce resource consumption. It supports modern web standards, including WebAssembly, WebRTC, and WebGPU, while maintaining compatibility with extensions from the Chrome Web Store. Users can further enhance functionality through custom scripts or by compiling their own version with additional or modified features.

Anduntamed is distributed via GitHub, where the source code is openly available for inspection, modification, and contribution. The project encourages community involvement, including bug reporting, feature requests, and code contributions. While it lacks official documentation, its simplicity and reliance on Chromium’s established infrastructure make it accessible to developers familiar with browser engineering.

The browser’s philosophy aligns with broader trends in software development toward transparency and user control, appealing particularly to privacy advocates, developers, and those who prefer avoiding centralized services. However, as with any Chromium-based browser, users should be cautious of potential security risks associated with unmodified or third-party builds. Anduntamed remains a niche project, primarily used by enthusiasts and those seeking an alternative to proprietary browsers.