Shynet is an open-source, privacy-first web analytics platform developed by Miles McCain that provides website tracking and visitor insights without relying on cookies or invasive tracking technologies. Hosted on GitHub, Shynet offers a self-hosted alternative to traditional analytics solutions like Google Analytics, emphasizing data ownership, user privacy, and compliance with regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. The platform delivers real-time tracking, session analysis, and comprehensive vis...
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Stack tier: Extended Ecosystem (D)
Shynet positions itself as an ethical, privacy-first alternative to traditional web analytics platforms within the emerging privacy-focused analytics movement. It targets organizations and developers who prioritize data sovereignty, user privacy, and regulatory compliance over feature-rich commercial analytics solutions.