DivestOS
A privacy-preserving tool offering genuine utility.
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About
Discontinued open-source Android/LineageOS soft fork that focused on privacy, security hardening and support for older devices. The maintainer lists DivestOS as developed from 2014 until December 2024; do not use it for current security-sensitive devices.
Follow the Money
DivestOS — USA (US) — DISCONTINUED ────────────────────────────────────── Dev: Tad (SkewedZeppelin, pseudonymous) Funding: donations, no VC Revenue: none — ended Dec 2024 ├─ FSF 2022 Award winner ├─ Ended due to funding exhaustion └─ DO NOT USE: no security updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Does DivestOS require KYC or identity verification?
No. DivestOS does not require identity verification (KYC) for typical usage. No account, payment rail or identity KYC; the project is discontinued software, not an active hosted service.
What payment methods does DivestOS accept?
DivestOS accepts the following payment methods: FOSS.
Is DivestOS available in my country?
DivestOS is available in: GLOBAL.
Is DivestOS based in a Five Eyes country?
Yes. DivestOS is based in US, which is a Five Eyes member country (US, UK, CA, AU, NZ). Authorities in Five Eyes countries can compel providers to hand over data and issue gag orders preventing disclosure.
Is DivestOS safe to use for privacy?
DivestOS is rated AVOID. PROJECT DISCONTINUED December 2024 — no current OS/app/security updates. Treat as historical reference only; use maintained Android privacy OS projects for live devices.
Which payment networks does DivestOS support?
Accepted networks: FOSS.
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