> cat /dev/github | grep security-tools
discovered 03 Aug 2026

bugout

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Bugout is a browser-to-browser networking tool built on WebTorrent, facilitating seamless message exchange directly between browsers without the need for traditional server infrastructure. Its primary use case is enabling self-hosted web services and decentralized applications, where users can operate backend services directly in a browser tab, leveraging WebRTC for communication instead of HTTPS. Notable features include the ability to create easy-to-deploy servers, send both encrypted and unencrypted messages, and a functional prototype that emphasizes user privacy and decentralization.