About Gecko Advisor
A free, open-source privacy scanner that reveals how websites track you and handle your data.
Our Mission
Gecko Advisor was created with one goal: empowering users to make informed decisions about their online privacy. In an era where data collection is ubiquitous, we believe everyone deserves to know exactly how websites track them.
We provide transparent, easy-to-understand privacy reports that break down complex tracking technologies into actionable insights. No technical expertise required.
What We Analyze
Cookies & Storage
First-party, third-party cookies, localStorage, and session storage.
Trackers & Analytics
Advertising trackers, analytics scripts, and fingerprinting.
Third-Party Connections
External services, CDNs, and data-sharing connections.
Security Headers
HTTPS, CSP, HSTS, and other security configurations.
100% Open Source
Gecko Advisor is completely free and open-source. Our code is publicly available on GitHub, meaning anyone can inspect, contribute to, or deploy their own instance.
Our Privacy Commitment
- No tracking: We don't use analytics, cookies, or fingerprinting on our site.
- No accounts required: Scan any website without signing up or logging in.
- No data selling: We never sell, share, or monetize your data.
- Transparent methodology: Our scoring algorithm is open-source and documented.