Putting the open source back in open source investigation.
Webb exists to democratize investigative research. We believe the tools that power deep investigation shouldn't be locked behind corporate paywalls or cloud services that compromise your privacy.
Every researcher, journalist, academic, and curious mind deserves access to professional-grade tools without sacrificing their data or paying monthly subscriptions. Webb processes everything locally, keeps your research private, and remains free and open source forever.
Webb is named after Gary Webb, the investigative journalist whose groundbreaking "Dark Alliance" series exposed the CIA's connection to cocaine trafficking in American cities during the 1980s.
Gary Webb's work demonstrated the power of meticulous research, connecting disparate sources, and following evidence wherever it led—even when it made powerful institutions uncomfortable. His dedication to uncovering truth through careful documentation and analysis embodies the spirit we've built into this tool.
Like Webb's investigations, our software helps you see patterns others miss, connect evidence across sources, and build airtight cases through systematic analysis. We honor his legacy by ensuring these capabilities remain accessible to all.
True to our mission, Webb is completely open source. Inspect the code, verify the privacy claims, contribute improvements, or fork it for your own needs.
When you're working with sensitive research, you need to trust your tools. Open source means no hidden telemetry, no data collection, and no surprises. Every line of code is available for review on GitHub.
Download Webb and join researchers worldwide who are taking back control of their investigative tools.