GrapheneOS

A privacy-preserving tool offering genuine utility.

Zero KYCTrust 72/100CA

Best useGeneral usagePrivacy Tools

KYC postureZero KYCNo user account or identity KYC required for OS use; donation routes through GitHub Sponsors, crypto, PayPal, Wise or bank transfer may identify donors by rail.

Main riskVERIFIEDVERIFIED service. Verify fit before using it for sensitive activity.

Review proofReviewed 2026-06-22KYC checked 2026-06-22 / inferred jurisdiction / official site batch 4 2026 06 22

Trust

VERIFIED · TRENDING

JURISDICTIONCA

AUDITED BYNone on record

TRUST SCORE

LAST VERIFIED6/24/2026

LAST UPDATED6/22/2026

Specs

KYC LEVELZero

KYC TRIGGERSNo user account or identity KYC required for OS use; donation routes through GitHub Sponsors, crypto, PayPal, Wise or bank transfer may identify donors by rail.

FEEFree

CATEGORIESPrivacy Tools

BEST FORGeneral usage

FEATURESHardened Android fork, Google-free option, Sandboxed Google Play, Verified boot, Open source, Pixel devices, No account required, Auto-updates, Advanced permission controls

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REGIONS1 country — Global

About

Privacy and security focused Android-compatible mobile OS for Pixel devices. Free/open-source; no account is required to install or use, and project donations support development/infrastructure/legal costs.

Follow the Money

  GrapheneOS Project — Non-profit (CA)
  ──────────────────────────────────────
  Lead: Daniel Micay + contributors
  Funding: donations + Invisible Things
  Revenue: none (free OS)
  ├─ No company, no VC, no tracking
  ├─ Removes all Google monetisation
  └─ Pixel hardware required

GrapheneOS — ownership and funding chain

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does GrapheneOS require KYC or identity verification?

No. GrapheneOS does not require identity verification (KYC) for typical usage. No user account or identity KYC required for OS use; donation routes through GitHub Sponsors, crypto, PayPal, Wise or bank transfer may identify donors by rail.

What payment methods does GrapheneOS accept?

Please check the provider site for accepted payment methods.

Is GrapheneOS available in my country?

GrapheneOS is available in: GLOBAL.

Is GrapheneOS based in a Five Eyes country?

Yes. GrapheneOS is based in CA, 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 GrapheneOS safe to use for privacy?

GrapheneOS has a trust score of 72/99 on cunicula.com. It has been independently verified.

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