Breaking Big Tech is about breaking free.¶
Here you’ll find the knowledge, guides, and alternatives you need to reclaim your digital life.
From cartel control to digital freedom.¶
Monopolies don’t just sell products — they shape how we connect, share, and live. By breaking their control, we make space for open, ethical, and human-centered alternatives.
The technology we use shapes our lives:
- Privacy — who sees, stores, and profits from your data?
- Control — can you move your files, photos, or contacts elsewhere without a fight?
- Impact — does the service respect the planet and the people building it?
Most platforms hide these trade-offs in fine print. We bring them to light.
Breaking their monopoly. Restoring your choice.¶
Leaving Big Tech doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With clear guides, starter kits, and real-world examples, you’ll find practical ways to reclaim your tools, your data, and your freedom.
What You’ll Find Here¶
- Guides — step-by-step help for leaving Big Tech tools and switching to ethical alternatives.
- Explanations — plain-language breakdowns of concepts like open source, data sovereignty, and vendor lock-in.
- Resources — curated tools, communities, and projects worth supporting.
Whether you’re a curious beginner looking for your first alternative to Google Photos, or a developer wanting to self-host open-source tools, you’ll find starting points here.
Cooking up a better digital future.¶
It’s not about going offline — it’s about going better. By building with open-source, sustainable, and community-powered tools, we can create an internet that serves people, not profits.
How to Use This Guide¶
- Start with the Introduction section to understand the why.
- Move to the Guides for practical, ready-to-use steps.
- Explore References if you want technical depth or self-hosting help.
Breaking bad habits, building better tech.¶
This is an evolving, community-driven project. The goal isn’t to dictate what you use — it’s to help you make informed, values-aligned choices.
If you know of a tool, tip, or fix worth sharing, consider it part of breaking Big Tech together.