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OnionShare vs Session
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
OnionShare
8.0Securely and anonymously share files, host websites, and chat with friends
Session
8.0Onion routing based messenger
| Metric | OnionShare | Session |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 21 | 101 |
| 90-day Installs | 76 | 335 |
| 365-day Installs | 318 | 1.4K |
| Version | 2.6.3 | 1.18.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 6.9K | 410 |
| GitHub Forks | 694 | 69 |
| Open Issues | 100 | 401 |
| License | NOASSERTION | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | 4mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Jul 19, 2014 | Feb 12, 2020 |
Reviews
OnionShare
OnionShare is a secure and anonymous file-sharing tool that leverages the Tor network, allowing users to share files, host websites, and communicate privately. It is ideal for those prioritizing privacy and security.
Enables secure, anonymous sharing of files and hosting of websites using the Tor network.
Pros
- + High level of security and anonymity
- + Versatile sharing options including file transfer, website hosting, and chat
- + Strong community and developer support
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update feature
- - Significant number of open GitHub issues
Session
Session is a decentralized, onion-routing-based messenger that prioritizes privacy and security. It offers end-to-end encryption and peer-to-peer communication, ideal for users seeking secure, private messaging.
Enables secure, private communication via a decentralized network using onion routing.
Pros
- + Decentralized network for enhanced privacy
- + Onion routing for secure communication
- + End-to-end encryption ensuring message security
- + Active development with regular updates
- + Open-source under GPL-3.0 for transparency
Cons
- - High number of open GitHub issues
- - No ARM64 support currently available