OSNews goes ad-free, for everyone, and we need your support
10 days ago
- #operating-systems
- #ad-free
- #crowdfunding
- OSNews has removed all advertising, including ads, cookie banners, and privacy-invasive technologies.
- The decision was made due to the dislike for the modern online advertising industry, citing privacy and security concerns.
- Support for OSNews is now more reliant on Patreon supporters, Ko-Fi donors, and merchandise sales.
- A fundraiser goal of €5000 has been set to support the site's ad-free operation.
- OSNews has been online since 1997 and is approaching its 30-year anniversary.
- Readers are encouraged to support through Patreon, Ko-Fi donations, or purchasing OSNews merchandise.
- Suggestions for lower Patreon tiers and alternative payment methods like Liberapay were discussed.
- Requests for more coverage on alternative operating systems, especially AmigaOS, were highlighted.
- The community's strong support for AmigaOS and its 40th anniversary celebrations were mentioned.
- The move to an ad-free model was welcomed by readers, with some pledging immediate support.