Kindredly - A safer, private web for families

Tracking since Apr 6, 2026.

Changelog

• Jun 8, 2026
  description

  Create a safe place for your family to explore the web together.
  
  Kindredly helps families enjoy a safer, healthier online experience by reducing distractions, highlighting better content, and making it easy to collect and share what matters. A high-quality free version is available.
  
  FAMILY-FOCUSED BROWSING
  
  • Library-first browsing for kids: children start from an approved library instead of the open web
  • Content filtering: blocks inappropriate content, including social media, while reducing junk and distracting content
  • YouTube Safe Mode: only approved videos and channels are available, with comments, recommendations, and search turned off
  • Curated educational content: discover a growing collection of high-quality, often free learning resources
  • Family-only posts: share in a private space built just for your family
  • Save and share what matters: bookmark, like, and share links, ideas, and discoveries with family members
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  • No ads: Kindredly does not rely on third-party advertising
  • End-to-end encrypted private content: your private content stays encrypted, and no one can access it without your password or recovery key, not even us
  • Device-only mode: use Kindredly without an account and keep your data on your device
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 4/26/2026
   - performance fixes
   - darkmode flash fix
  - 4/15/2026
   - fixed issues with usage logging/time tracking
  - 4/11/2026
   - performance improvements
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements
  - 4/15/2025
   - improved mobile zooming on images
   - updated feed layout and settings
  - 3/10/2025
   - improvements to youtube restricted mode
   - added option to temporarily unblock restricted users
  - 3/5/2025
   - data sync performance updates
   - bug fixes
   - released personal server

  Kindredly helps families create a safer, more meaningful web experience together.
  
  Build private collections of trusted websites, videos, and resources. Share them with family members through a private, family-only network designed to make it easy to pass along what matters. With family-friendly browsing, content filtering, and usage limits, Kindredly helps reduce distractions, avoid junk, and guide kids toward higher-quality content.
  
  Kindredly is built for families who want more than basic blocking. It combines private sharing, guided browsing, and healthier digital habits in one place. Sensitive family content stays private, with end-to-end encryption built into the platform.
  
  Features:
  
  - Build and share private collections with family members
  - Family-only sharing through a private internal network
  - Library-first browsing for access to trusted content
  - Content filtering and usage limits
  - Fewer distractions and a more focused web experience
  - Free version available with no ads
  
  The internet has amazing educational and enriching content, but it is also full of noise, addictive distractions, and inappropriate material. Kindredly helps families get to the good stuff faster and create a better web experience together.
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 6/26/2026
   - addressed login issues
  - 5/24/2026
   - ui and performance improvements
  - 4/26/2026
   - performance fixes
   - darkmode flash fix
  - 4/15/2026
   - fixed issues with usage logging/time tracking
  - 4/11/2026
   - performance improvements
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements

• May 9, 2026
  description

  Create a safe place for your family to explore the web — together.
  
  Kindredly helps families enjoy a healthier online experience.
  
  FAMILY-FOCUSED BROWSING
  
  • Library-first browsing for kid:  children browse from an approved library by default
  • Content filtering:  blocks inappropriate content (including social networks) and reduces junk and distracting content
  • YouTube Safe Mode:  only approved videos and channels; comments, recommendations, and search are disabled
  • Curated educational content: explore a growing collection of high-quality, often free learning resources
  • Family-only posts:  a private space just for your family
  • Save and shar: bookmark, like, and share content with family members
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  • No ad:  no tracking and no third-party advertising
  • End-to-end encrypted:  your data is encrypted so no one can access it without your password or recovery key, not even us
  • Device-only mode: no account required; all data stays on your device
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 4/26/2026
   - performance fixes
   - darkmode flash fix
  - 4/15/2026
   - fixed issues with usage logging/time tracking
  - 4/11/2026
   - performance improvements
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements
  - 4/15/2025
   - improved mobile zooming on images
   - updated feed layout and settings
  - 3/10/2025
   - improvements to youtube restricted mode
   - added option to temporarily unblock restricted users
  - 3/5/2025
   - data sync performance updates
   - bug fixes
   - released personal server  
  -

  Create a safe place for your family to explore the web together.
  
  Kindredly helps families enjoy a safer, healthier online experience by reducing distractions, highlighting better content, and making it easy to collect and share what matters. A high-quality free version is available.
  
  FAMILY-FOCUSED BROWSING
  
  • Library-first browsing for kids: children start from an approved library instead of the open web
  • Content filtering: blocks inappropriate content, including social media, while reducing junk and distracting content
  • YouTube Safe Mode: only approved videos and channels are available, with comments, recommendations, and search turned off
  • Curated educational content: discover a growing collection of high-quality, often free learning resources
  • Family-only posts: share in a private space built just for your family
  • Save and share what matters: bookmark, like, and share links, ideas, and discoveries with family members
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  • No ads: Kindredly does not rely on third-party advertising
  • End-to-end encrypted private content: your private content stays encrypted, and no one can access it without your password or recovery key, not even us
  • Device-only mode: use Kindredly without an account and keep your data on your device
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 4/26/2026
   - performance fixes
   - darkmode flash fix
  - 4/15/2026
   - fixed issues with usage logging/time tracking
  - 4/11/2026
   - performance improvements
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements
  - 4/15/2025
   - improved mobile zooming on images
   - updated feed layout and settings
  - 3/10/2025
   - improvements to youtube restricted mode
   - added option to temporarily unblock restricted users
  - 3/5/2025
   - data sync performance updates
   - bug fixes
   - released personal server

• May 9, 2026
  short_description

  A private space to collect and share the things you love. Built for families; includes parental controls and curated content.

  Private family-friendly browsing with tools to collect what matters, reduce distractions, and build healthier online habits.

• May 9, 2026
  name

  Kindredly - Explore together

  Kindredly - A safer, private web for families

• May 4, 2026
  description

  Create a safe place for your family to explore the web — together.
  
  Kindredly helps families enjoy a healthier online experience.
  
  FAMILY-FOCUSED BROWSING
  
  • Library-first browsing for kid:  children browse from an approved library by default
  • Content filtering:  blocks inappropriate content (including social networks) and reduces junk and distracting content
  • YouTube Safe Mode:  only approved videos and channels; comments, recommendations, and search are disabled
  • Curated educational content: explore a growing collection of high-quality, often free learning resources
  • Family-only posts:  a private space just for your family
  • Save and shar: bookmark, like, and share content with family members
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  • No ad:  no tracking and no third-party advertising
  • End-to-end encrypted:  your data is encrypted so no one can access it without your password or recovery key, not even us
  • Device-only mode: no account required; all data stays on your device
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 4/15/2026
   - fixed issues with usage logging/time tracking
  - 4/11/2026
   - performance improvements
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements
  - 4/15/2025
   - improved mobile zooming on images
   - updated feed layout and settings
  - 3/10/2025
   - improvements to youtube restricted mode
   - added option to temporarily unblock restricted users
  - 3/5/2025
   - data sync performance updates
   - bug fixes
   - released personal server  
  -

  Create a safe place for your family to explore the web — together.
  
  Kindredly helps families enjoy a healthier online experience.
  
  FAMILY-FOCUSED BROWSING
  
  • Library-first browsing for kid:  children browse from an approved library by default
  • Content filtering:  blocks inappropriate content (including social networks) and reduces junk and distracting content
  • YouTube Safe Mode:  only approved videos and channels; comments, recommendations, and search are disabled
  • Curated educational content: explore a growing collection of high-quality, often free learning resources
  • Family-only posts:  a private space just for your family
  • Save and shar: bookmark, like, and share content with family members
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  • No ad:  no tracking and no third-party advertising
  • End-to-end encrypted:  your data is encrypted so no one can access it without your password or recovery key, not even us
  • Device-only mode: no account required; all data stays on your device
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 4/26/2026
   - performance fixes
   - darkmode flash fix
  - 4/15/2026
   - fixed issues with usage logging/time tracking
  - 4/11/2026
   - performance improvements
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements
  - 4/15/2025
   - improved mobile zooming on images
   - updated feed layout and settings
  - 3/10/2025
   - improvements to youtube restricted mode
   - added option to temporarily unblock restricted users
  - 3/5/2025
   - data sync performance updates
   - bug fixes
   - released personal server  
  -

• Apr 24, 2026
  description

  Create a safe place for your family to explore the web — together.
  
  Kindredly helps families enjoy a healthier online experience.
  
  FAMILY-FOCUSED BROWSING
  
  • Library-first browsing for kid:  children browse from an approved library by default
  • Content filtering:  blocks inappropriate content (including social networks) and reduces junk and distracting content
  • YouTube Safe Mode:  only approved videos and channels; comments, recommendations, and search are disabled
  • Curated educational content: explore a growing collection of high-quality, often free learning resources
  • Family-only posts:  a private space just for your family
  • Save and shar: bookmark, like, and share content with family members
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  • No ad:  no tracking and no third-party advertising
  • End-to-end encrypted:  your data is encrypted so no one can access it without your password or recovery key, not even us
  • Device-only mode: no account required; all data stays on your device
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 4/11/2026
   - performance improvements
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements
  - 4/15/2025
   - improved mobile zooming on images
   - updated feed layout and settings
  - 3/10/2025
   - improvements to youtube restricted mode
   - added option to temporarily unblock restricted users
  - 3/5/2025
   - data sync performance updates
   - bug fixes
   - released personal server  
  -

  Create a safe place for your family to explore the web — together.
  
  Kindredly helps families enjoy a healthier online experience.
  
  FAMILY-FOCUSED BROWSING
  
  • Library-first browsing for kid:  children browse from an approved library by default
  • Content filtering:  blocks inappropriate content (including social networks) and reduces junk and distracting content
  • YouTube Safe Mode:  only approved videos and channels; comments, recommendations, and search are disabled
  • Curated educational content: explore a growing collection of high-quality, often free learning resources
  • Family-only posts:  a private space just for your family
  • Save and shar: bookmark, like, and share content with family members
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  • No ad:  no tracking and no third-party advertising
  • End-to-end encrypted:  your data is encrypted so no one can access it without your password or recovery key, not even us
  • Device-only mode: no account required; all data stays on your device
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 4/15/2026
   - fixed issues with usage logging/time tracking
  - 4/11/2026
   - performance improvements
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements
  - 4/15/2025
   - improved mobile zooming on images
   - updated feed layout and settings
  - 3/10/2025
   - improvements to youtube restricted mode
   - added option to temporarily unblock restricted users
  - 3/5/2025
   - data sync performance updates
   - bug fixes
   - released personal server  
  -

• Apr 19, 2026
  description

  Create a safe place for your family to explore the web — together.
  
  Kindredly helps families enjoy a healthier online experience.
  
  FAMILY-FOCUSED BROWSING
  
  • Library-first browsing for kid:  children browse from an approved library by default
  • Content filtering:  blocks inappropriate content (including social networks) and reduces junk and distracting content
  • YouTube Safe Mode:  only approved videos and channels; comments, recommendations, and search are disabled
  • Curated educational content: explore a growing collection of high-quality, often free learning resources
  • Family-only posts:  a private space just for your family
  • Save and shar: bookmark, like, and share content with family members
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  • No ad:  no tracking and no third-party advertising
  • End-to-end encrypted:  your data is encrypted so no one can access it without your password or recovery key, not even us
  • Device-only mode: no account required; all data stays on your device
  
  OPEN SOURCE / SELF-HOSTING
  
  • A self-hosted, open-source server version is available for families who want full control over their infrastructure
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements
  - 4/15/2025
   - improved mobile zooming on images
   - updated feed layout and settings
  - 3/10/2025
   - improvements to youtube restricted mode
   - added option to temporarily unblock restricted users
  - 3/5/2025
   - data sync performance updates
   - bug fixes
   - released personal server  
  - 1/18/2025
   - fixed posting bug
  - 1/3/2025
   - updated newtab so search requires button push
   - created merged feed view
   - fixed registration bug
  - 12/24/2024
   - added "Search the Web" so users can now also search using the chrome.search api
   - change label from "Search" to "Search Library"
   - **removed web search options from home tab as requested by Chrome Store Reviewers**
   - now supports daily extra time for restricted users
  - 12/18/2024
   - UI improvements
   - suggestion improvements
  - 11/28/24
   - subscription and attachment improvements
  - 11/19/24
   - fixed image bug
   - ui improvements
  -11/08/24
   - UI improvements
   - added post reactions
   - fixed issue with chrome permissions related to loadscript library

  Create a safe place for your family to explore the web — together.
  
  Kindredly helps families enjoy a healthier online experience.
  
  FAMILY-FOCUSED BROWSING
  
  • Library-first browsing for kid:  children browse from an approved library by default
  • Content filtering:  blocks inappropriate content (including social networks) and reduces junk and distracting content
  • YouTube Safe Mode:  only approved videos and channels; comments, recommendations, and search are disabled
  • Curated educational content: explore a growing collection of high-quality, often free learning resources
  • Family-only posts:  a private space just for your family
  • Save and shar: bookmark, like, and share content with family members
  
  PRIVACY FIRST
  
  • No ad:  no tracking and no third-party advertising
  • End-to-end encrypted:  your data is encrypted so no one can access it without your password or recovery key, not even us
  • Device-only mode: no account required; all data stays on your device
  
  -- Change Log --
  - 4/11/2026
   - performance improvements
  - 3/18/2026
   - fix publishing issue
  - 2/25/2026
   - Device-only Mode (no account needed with all data stored on device)
   - Introduction of advanced parental controls
   - UI improvements
  - 4/15/2025
   - improved mobile zooming on images
   - updated feed layout and settings
  - 3/10/2025
   - improvements to youtube restricted mode
   - added option to temporarily unblock restricted users
  - 3/5/2025
   - data sync performance updates
   - bug fixes
   - released personal server  
  -

Permissions & access

Permissions

activeTabtabsscriptingstorageunlimitedStoragealarmswebNavigationbookmarkscontextMenussidePanelsearchoffscreennativeMessaging

Host access

https://*/*, http://*/*

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