OONI has updated its tool for monitoring internet censorship

The organization OONI Probe has released an updated version of its tool for measuring network activity and detecting internet blocks. The software allows users to conduct automated tests to collect data on the availability of web resources, connection speed, and the operation of popular applications in various regions of the world.

The application performs a series of network checks, including analysis of HTTP requests, DNS requests, and TCP connections. All collected results are automatically transmitted to a global database that is openly accessible. These data are used by researchers to map internet censorship in real-time and analyze traffic filtering methods used by providers in different countries.

The tool supports operation on Windows, macOS, Linux, as well as on mobile platforms Android and iOS. Installing the software does not require in-depth technical knowledge: the user launches tests with one click, after which the system itself checks the state of network nodes. The project's source code is available for audit, which ensures the transparency of information collection algorithms.

The participation of volunteers makes it possible to form the world's largest open dataset on the state of network freedom. Current discussions of technical aspects of the system's operation and reports on detected incidents are available in the community on Hacker News. The use of OONI Probe helps researchers track the dynamics of blocks and respond promptly to changes in network infrastructure.