redlib
SHA-256Private front-end to Reddit, no ads, no tracking, no JavaScript.
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v0.36.0 · 4 MB
Privacy-first Reddit frontend written in Rust, no JS, no ads, no tracking.
Core Features
- All requests proxied through server, hiding your IP and device info
- No JavaScript, no ads, no trackers – loads 3x faster than official Reddit
- Strong Content Security Policy prevents direct browser calls to Reddit
- Multiple deployment options: Docker, binary, systemd, public instances
- OAuth token spoofing to bypass Reddit rate limits
What It Can't Do
- •Some Reddit features (posting, voting) may not work; best for reading. 2. Public instance operators could log traffic – self-host for full control. 3. Some subreddit media may fail to load due to proxying.
Use Cases
- Browse Reddit without being tracked or profiled
- Access Reddit on low-end devices with a lightweight interface
- Self-host a Reddit proxy for organization or personal privacy
Detailed Introduction
Redlib is an alternative private front-end for Reddit. It proxies all requests (including media) through the server, so you never connect to Reddit directly. Built with Rust for speed and memory safety, it offers a clean, ad-free interface without any JavaScript. You can use public instances or self-host via Docker or binary.
Troubleshooting & FAQ (1)
TroubleshootingWhy do images and gifs in posts and comments fail to load fully, requiring multiple page refreshes?
This is a known bug where media may partially load or not load at all. As a temporary workaround, refresh the page multiple times until the media fully loads. No permanent fix is available yet; track this issue for updates.
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Getting Started
Download installer
Click the button above to download the installer for your system
Install the software
Install the appropriate package for your distro (dpkg / rpm / AppImage)
Pick a public instance from the project's instance list and open it in your browser
Or deploy with Docker: `docker run -p 8080:8080 quay.io/redlib/redlib`
Open http://localhost:8080 to start private browsing
- Pick a public instance from the project's instance list and open it in your browser
- Or deploy with Docker: `docker run -p 8080:8080 quay.io/redlib/redlib`
- Open http://localhost:8080 to start private browsing
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If using Docker: `docker stop redlib && docker rm redlib` and remove the image. For binary: delete the executable and config. No action needed for public instances.
No Extra Dependencies
Ready to use after download. No additional runtime required.
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