Pimeleon
Privacy-First Router for Raspberry Pi
Open-source network security with built-in ad blocking, DNS encryption, and multi-layer privacy protection
Why Choose Pimeleon?
Professional-grade network security and privacy for everyone
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Privacy & Security First
Multi-layer defense with DNSCrypt, DNS-over-HTTPS/TLS, Tor support, and advanced firewall. Zero telemetry, complete privacy.
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Network-Wide Ad Blocking
DNS filtering blocks ads and trackers on all devices automatically. No per-device configuration needed.
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Free & Open Source
AGPLv3 license, community-driven development. Transparent code, no hidden costs, free forever.
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Simple Setup
Pre-built image, intuitive web interface. Works alongside your existing router. Up and running in 30 minutes.
Perfect For
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Families
- Parental controls and content filtering
- Safe search enforcement
- Time-based access restrictions
- Device-specific policies
- Ad-free browsing for all devices
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Home Offices
- Privacy protection for remote work
- Network security monitoring
- Encrypted DNS queries
- Secure remote access
- Professional-grade firewall
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Power Users
- Tor network anonymity
- Custom DNS zones and records
- Advanced firewall configuration
- Network file sharing (Samba, NFS)
- Full system customization
Pimeleon vs Commercial Routers
Why settle for compromised privacy when you can have complete control?
| Feature | Pimeleon | Commercial Routers |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy & Telemetry | check_circle Zero data collection | cancel Usage tracking, analytics |
| Ad Blocking | check_circle Built-in DNS filtering | cancel Subscription required |
| Cost | check_circle Free forever | remove_circle $100-300+ hardware |
| Customization | check_circle Full control | cancel Limited settings |
| Source Code | check_circle Open source (AGPLv3) | cancel Proprietary, closed |
| DNS Encryption | check_circle DNSCrypt, DoH, DoT | remove_circle Varies by model |
Supported Hardware
Run Pimeleon on affordable Raspberry Pi hardware
Raspberry Pi 4
Recommended
Best Performance:
- BCM2711 (1.8 GHz quad-core)
- 2GB/4GB/8GB LPDDR4 RAM
- True Gigabit Ethernet
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- ~300+ Mbps routing
Raspberry Pi 3B+
Supported (Legacy)
Budget Option:
- BCM2837B0 (1.4 GHz quad-core)
- 1GB LPDDR2 RAM
- Gigabit Ethernet (USB 2.0)
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- ~150 Mbps routing
Ready to Take Control of Your Privacy?
Join the community and start protecting your network today
Free forever • Open source • No telemetry • Community-driven