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Darkelf Browser—available in PyQt5, PySide6, and Cocoa variants—is a custom, privacy-first browser. Built on Qt/PyQt5 and Qt/PySide6 (with a native Cocoa edition for macOS), Darkelf focuses on reducing data exposure and blocking common web threats while staying lightweight and cross-platform.

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🧩 Darkelf Browser v3.0 — Ultimate Privacy, Zero Trace

Enhanced Security | Post-Quantum Ready | Anonymous Research | Zero Trace

Darkelf is a suite of privacy-first browsers and tools engineered for cybersecurity research, digital forensics, red-team simulations, and post-quantum cryptography evaluation.
Every variant is built to eliminate forensic footprints, block tracking, and secure all data — with RAM-only sessions, Tor integration, and cutting-edge PQC encryption.

🌐 Website • 💬 Discord (Invite-only) • 🧠 Docs & Guides


🔑 Quick Overview

Edition Framework Focus Status
Mini Browser PySide6 Lightweight Stealth / RAM-only ✅ v3.10.4.8
Vault Browser PyQt5 ML-KEM Vault / Anti-Forensics ✅ v3.0.6
Post-Quantum Browser PySide6 PQC Hybrid TLS / Research ✅ v3.0.6
Cocoa Browser Cocoa (macOS) Native macOS Privacy Build ✅ v3.2.2
Shadow Browser PyQt5 High OpSec / Obfuscation 🧪 Beta
Shell / Tools Python Pywebview Shell ✅ Pending
Darkelf Web Browser Site HTML/CSS Docs / Website / Branding ✅ Public
PQC Engine / Mini Engine PySide6 PQC Core Engine ⚙️ In Development
Darkelf-CLI-Tools Python Wipers, Tor, Secure Scripts ✅ Stable
Darkelf-Browser Main Repo Docs / Guides Core Docs + Legal + Swap Guides ✅ Active

🔒 Core Features

🕵️‍♂️ Privacy & Security

  • Tor Integration for .onion and DNS-level privacy
  • Forensic-Resistant Sessions (RAM-only, auto-wipe)
  • DoH/DoT Fallback (Cloudflare privacy DNS)
  • Anti-Fingerprinting (Canvas/WebGL/WebRTC blocked)
  • TLS X25519 / PQC Hybrid Encryption (ML-KEM-768/1024 + X25519)
  • Custom Ad Blocker + NoScript Filtering
  • HTTPS Enforcement + CSP Strengthening

🧩 Post-Quantum & AI Hardened

  • Post-Quantum Encryption: ML-KEM / Kyber768-ready
  • PQCryptAPI Integration for key storage and secure buffers
  • Hybrid PQC + Classical TLS Logic for real-world compatibility
  • AI-assisted TLS rotation and stealth cipher mimicry

🧠 Anti-Forensics Technology

  • Forensic Tool Detection: Wireshark, OllyDbg, Volatility, etc.
  • Self-Destruct Sequence: 7-pass file shredding (DoD 5220.22-M)
  • Memory Wiping & Secure Buffer Clearing
  • Swap Disable Support: macOS, Linux, Windows
  • Stealth Logging + Auto-Destruct on Exit
  • Encrypted Cookies (SHA-256 + Fernet)
  • Dynamic Path Randomization + Traffic Obfuscation

🧱 Network & Sandboxing

  • Randomized delays, Tor bridge obfs4 integration
  • Chromium flags: WebRTC off, local storage disabled, strict XSS audit
  • Metadata stripping for files (PDF, images)
  • Full sandbox process isolation

🧰 Developer Features

  • Modular PyQt5 / PySide6 architecture
  • Custom Adblock Pattern Management
  • JavaScript Hooks for dynamic blocking
  • TLS Cipher Mimicking (Firefox ESR)
  • Hotkey and Command Support
  • Cross-platform: macOS (Intel & Apple Silicon), Linux, Windows

🧮 Tech Stack

Python PyQt5 PySide6 HTML5 CSS3 Encryption


🧠 Installation Guides

See full setup instructions on Darkelf Discord (Invite Only).

  • macOS Swap Disable: Guide for M1–M4
  • Homebrew / Pip: Refer to walkthroughs and videos in Discord.
  • Tor Integration: Auto-configured or manual bridge (obfs4) mode.

⚗️ Future Development

  • Mac App — In progress
  • ⚙️ Arch Linux Package — Coming soon
  • 🔒 Darkelf PQNet / PQC Mini Engine — Development build
  • 🧩 Darkelf Post-Quantum Proxy — In R&D
  • 🎬 YouTube Fullscreen Fix — In testing

👥 Contributors

Name Role GitHub
Dr. Kevin Moore Creator & Lead Developer Darkelf2024
Kevin Nguyen Testing & Error Analysis KevinVinhN
Raz Bug Bounty Hunter / Engineer Raz-js
Noah (WinOps) WinOps Engineer Impact69
Zenith (WinOps) WinOps Engineer Zenith727

Full list: Contributors.md


📂 Darkelf Repositories

# Repository Description
1 Darkelf-Browser Core docs, anti-forensics, swap-disable guides
2 Darkelf-Mini-Browser Lightweight PySide6 browser (v3.10.4.5)
3 Darkelf-PyQt5-Browser-PQC PQC Vault edition (v3.0.6)
4 Darkelf-PySide6-Browser-PQC Post-Quantum hardened build (v3.0.6)
5 Darkelf-Cocoa-Browser macOS-native variant
6 Darkelf-Shadow High-opsec stealth edition
7 Darkelf-Shell CLI launcher & automation shell
8 Darkelf-CLI-Tools Wipers, Tor, secure CLI utilities
9 darkelf-web-browser Public documentation & website
10 Darkelf2024 Profile repo / misc utilities

⚖️ Legal & License

Disclaimer

Darkelf Browser is intended for lawful cybersecurity research, educational use, and academic analysis only.
It is not a general-purpose browser and may trigger antivirus or forensic tools due to its advanced stealth features.
Improper or unauthorized use could pose operational or legal risks. Use at your own discretion.

Export & Compliance

This software includes cryptography and complies with U.S. EAR §740.13(e) (publicly available encryption).
Users are responsible for ensuring compliance with local laws and export regulations.

Licensing

Component License
Docs (this repo) LGPL-3.0-or-later
PyQt5 Editions GPL-3.0-or-later
PySide6 Editions LGPL-3.0-or-later
CLI / Shell LGPL-3.0-or-later

Logos, trademarks, and screenshots are © respective owners.


🌟 Summary

Darkelf Browser redefines anonymous browsing, post-quantum cryptography, and forensic resistance.
Built by security researchers for advanced users — it combines stealth, privacy, and cryptographic rigor in one unified ecosystem.

Explore. Research. Stay invisible.

“Darkelf does exactly what it is supposed to do.” — Darkelf Dev Team


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Darkelf Browser—available in PyQt5, PySide6, and Cocoa variants—is a custom, privacy-first browser. Built on Qt/PyQt5 and Qt/PySide6 (with a native Cocoa edition for macOS), Darkelf focuses on reducing data exposure and blocking common web threats while staying lightweight and cross-platform.

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