KDE For Digital Sovereignty
KDE is a global community of volunteers who create free and open source software for everyone to use and enjoy. Unlike other software creators, we are a non-profit organization that does not seek to make money, but to make the world a better place. We envision a world where monopolistic corporations and repressive governments don't have so much power over our digital lives. We actually care about privacy and digital well-being, and we fight to protect user rights. KDE e.V., the association behind KDE, is a non-profit based in Germany.
KDE software is entirely open-source, meaning its code is publicly accessible and can be examined, modified, or redistributed by anyone. This transparency helps users and researchers verify that the software is free of malicious features sometimes found in proprietary software, such as spyware, backdoors, and advertising.
KDE software runs on multiple operating systems (like Linux, BSD, Android, and even Windows), giving users the freedom to choose a platform that aligns with their needs and values. This flexibility is particularly valuable for digital sovereignty, as it enables governments and organizations to avoid being locked into specific operating systems, hardware, or cloud platforms that could lead to dependency on foreign companies. KDE also supports open standards and protocols as much as possible.
