Darkelf2024/Darkelf-Browser-Hub
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.
🧩 Darkelf Browser — 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RedSec Browser | PySide6 | Lightweight Stealth / RAM-only | ✅ v4.0 |
| 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 | ✅ v4.0 |
| Shadow Browser | PyQt5 | Hardened General Purpose - Linux/Windows | 🧪 Beta |
| Darkelf Retro CLI Hub | Python | CLI Retro Tools | ✅ Public |
| 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-OSINT-Ai | Python | Darkelf OSINT Ai, Secure Scripts | ✅ Stable |
| Darkelf-Browser Main Repo | Docs / Guides | Core Docs + Legal + Swap Guides | ✅ Active |
🔒 Core Features
🕵️♂️ Privacy & Security
- Tor Integration for
.onionand 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
🧠 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 |
| TeeM-Tim Burns | Darkelf Developer | TeeM |
| Kevin Nguyen | Testing & Error Analysis | KevinVinhN |
| Noah (WinOps) | WinOps Tester | Impact69 |
| Zenith (WinOps) | WinOps Tester | Zenith727 |
Full list: Contributors.md
📂 Darkelf Repositories
| # | Repository | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darkelf-Browser-Hub | Core docs, anti-forensics, swap-disable guides |
| 2 | [Darkelf-RedSec-Browser] | Private Repo |
| 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] | Linux & Windows edition |
| 7 | Darkelf-Retro-CLI-Hub | Retro CLI launcher |
| 8 | Darkelf-CLI-Tools | Wipers, Tor, secure CLI utilities |
| 9 | Darkelf-OSINT-Ai | Darkelf Ai, search, scripts |
| 10 | darkelf-web-browser | Public documentation & website |
| 11 | 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