About This Website
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antinazi.org exists to preserve and disseminate public-domain radical literature without surveillance, censorship, or commercial exploitation. We believe that access to transformative ideas is a fundamental human right, not a privilege granted by algorithms or gatekeepers.
Our name reflects our core principle: we oppose all forms of authoritarianism, whether fascist, totalitarian, or corporate. By making radical thought freely available, we defend the intellectual diversity necessary for genuine democracy.
What We Do
Digital Preservation
We convert public-domain texts from sources like Project Gutenberg into accessible, well-formatted HTML5 pages with proper semantic structure, footnote navigation, and transcriber's notes.
Zero-Tracking Access
Every visitor receives identical treatment: no cookies, no analytics, no IP logging, no behavioral profiling. Your reading habits remain entirely your own.
Offline Availability
Through Progressive Web App technology, you can download entire works for offline reading without surrendering your privacy or requiring constant connectivity.
Technical Transparency
All source code is auditable. We use industry-standard security headers, encrypted connections, and openly document our technical architecture.
Our Philosophy
Why Radical Literature?
The works we host—from Emma Goldman's essays on anarchism to Alexander Berkman's prison memoirs, from Hutchins Hapgood's ethnographic studies to early socialist tracts—represent intellectual traditions that mainstream publishers have marginalized or suppressed. These texts challenge readers to think critically about power, authority, and social organization.
We do not endorse every viewpoint expressed in these works. Rather, we believe that exposure to diverse ideas, even controversial ones, strengthens democratic discourse. Censorship, whether state-imposed or algorithmic, serves only those who wish to control public thought.
Why Privacy Matters
Modern "free" services extract far more than money—they harvest attention, behavior, and identity. By contrast, antinazi.org operates on a different model: we give freely because we take nothing.
Your privacy is not a feature we offer; it is the foundation upon which we build. Without tracking, there can be no profiling. Without profiling, there can be no manipulation. Without manipulation, readers remain free to engage with ideas on their own terms.
Technical Architecture
Infrastructure
This website runs on minimal, purpose-built infrastructure:
- Static Hosting — All content served as static files via Cloudflare Pages, eliminating database vulnerabilities
- Service Workers — Offline functionality managed client-side with IndexedDB persistence
- System Fonts Only — No external font requests, reducing latency and third-party dependencies
- HTTPS Everywhere — TLS 1.3 encryption with strict security headers (CSP, X-Frame-Options, etc.)
Development Practices
We prioritize:
- Semantic HTML5 with proper ARIA labeling for screen reader compatibility
- CSS custom properties for maintainable theming across light/dark modes
- Progressive enhancement ensuring functionality without JavaScript
- Minimal bundle sizes for faster loading on slow connections
- Regular security audits and dependency updates
Content Sources & Licensing
All works hosted on antinazi.org are in the public domain in the United States, typically published before 1929 or released under permissive licenses that allow unrestricted redistribution. Primary sources include:
- Project Gutenberg
- Over 70,000 free eBooks, primarily works whose U.S. copyrights have expired. We verify public domain status before republishing.
- HathiTrust Digital Library
- Academic digitization project providing access to millions of public domain volumes.
- Internet Archive
- Non-profit library offering universal access to knowledge, including historical texts and periodicals.
Each work includes attribution to its original source and links to the governing license terms. We do not claim copyright over public domain materials but maintain careful records of provenance.
What We Are Not
antinazi.org is not:
- A platform for hate speech, violence incitement, or harmful misinformation
- A commercial enterprise seeking profit from user data or advertising
- A political organization advocating specific candidates or parties
- A replacement for critical thinking—we present ideas, not conclusions
- Permanently immutable—content may be corrected, updated, or removed as needed
We welcome constructive feedback on both content and technical implementation. However, we reserve the right to reject requests that contradict our mission or compromise our principles.
Getting Involved
While antinazi.org operates independently, several avenues exist for meaningful participation:
Technical Contributions
Developers interested in improving our infrastructure may review our public repository for bug reports, feature suggestions, or pull requests. Areas needing attention include:
- Enhanced offline search capabilities within cached collections
- Accessibility improvements for assistive technologies
- Performance optimizations for low-bandwidth environments
Literary Curation
Scholars, librarians, and readers may suggest additional public-domain works for inclusion. Submissions should include:
- Title, author, and publication date
- Verification of public domain status in the United States
- Link to authoritative source (Project Gutenberg, HathiTrust, etc.)
- Brief justification for inclusion based on historical or intellectual significance
Financial Support
Though we do not accept donations that would compromise independence, you may support our mission indirectly by:
- Contributing to organizations defending digital rights (EFF, Access Now, etc.)
- Promoting public-domain archives and privacy-respecting alternatives
- Encouraging institutions to release more materials into the public domain
Contact Information
For inquiries about content, technical issues, or collaboration opportunities:
Email: info@antinazi.orgPGP Encryption: Public keys available upon request for secure encrypted correspondence
Response Timeframe: All inquiries will be addressed within thirty (30) calendar days
We respond to all legitimate requests promptly. Spam, harassment, or attempts to exploit vulnerabilities will be reported appropriately.