When we open-sourced LeedPDF, we wanted to show what it means to share trust. In an era where software often feels like a black box, open source is our way of saying: "Here's what we're doing. You can verify it yourself."
Trust in software isn't built through marketing or promises. It's built through transparency, through code that anyone can inspect, and through actions that match words.
Why Open Source Matters
Open source is simply about accountability. When your code is public, you can't hide behind vague privacy policies or make claims you can't back up. Every feature, every data handling decision, every security measure is visible for the world to see.
For privacy-focused tools like ours, this transparency is essential. Users need to know that when we say "your data stays local," we mean it. They need to be able to verify that our encryption works as advertised. Open source makes that possible.
Building in the Open
LeedPDF was our first major open-source project, and it won't be our last. We're committed to open-sourcing more of our tools, not because it's trendy, but because it's the right thing to do for users who care about privacy and transparency.
When you use an open-source tool, you're participating in a community. You can report bugs, suggest features, and even contribute code. That's the kind of relationship we want to have with our users.
Follow Our Progress
We build in the open, and you can follow along. Check out our work on GitHub to see what we're up to, explore the source code, or even contribute:
- Rudi K. — Engineer & Co-founder
- Zoe Gilbert — Designer & Co-founder