NetNewsWire: RSS Reader

NetNewsWire: RSS Reader

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NetNewsWire: Your News, Curated by You, Not an Algorithm

Experience the fastest, most private open-source RSS reader for the Apple ecosystem. It’s like podcasts, but for reading—putting you back in control of your information diet.

Publisher

Brent Simmons

Category

News

Downloads

431K+

User Rating

4.8/5

Total Ratings

2K+

Locales

1

Your News, Refined

Discover the interface used by 431K+ users.

Screenshot of NetNewsWire RSS reader showing the feeds management screen in dark mode

Screenshot of NetNewsWire RSS reader showing the feeds management screen in dark mode

Screenshot of the NetNewsWire RSS reader app feeds screen showing smart folders and blog subscriptions.

Screenshot of the NetNewsWire RSS reader app feeds screen showing smart folders and blog subscriptions.

NetNewsWire app interface showing a list of unread news articles in dark mode

NetNewsWire app interface showing a list of unread news articles in dark mode

A list of unread news articles from various blogs in the NetNewsWire RSS reader app.

A list of unread news articles from various blogs in the NetNewsWire RSS reader app.

NetNewsWire app interface in dark mode displaying a blog post from kottke.org with a video thumbnail

NetNewsWire app interface in dark mode displaying a blog post from kottke.org with a video thumbnail

NetNewsWire RSS reader article view showing a blog post from kottke.org on an iPhone.

NetNewsWire RSS reader article view showing a blog post from kottke.org on an iPhone.

Take Back Control of Your Information

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 431K+ users.

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No Algorithms, Just News

See every article from your trusted sources in chronological order. No tracking, no data mining, and no hidden filters—you decide what is relevant.

Fast and Native Experience

Built specifically for iOS and iPadOS. Enjoy a lightning-fast, stable interface with keyboard shortcuts and a reader view designed for deep focus.

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Seamless Anywhere Syncing

Stay up to date across all your devices. Sync your feeds effortlessly via iCloud or professional services like Feedbin, Feedly, and Inoreader.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 431K+ people who love this app.

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"NetNewsWire is exactly what I needed to reclaim my focus. I have replaced my mindless social media scrolling with a curated feed of sources I actually trust. It is incredibly fast, feels like a native Apple app, and the iCloud syncing works perfectly across my iPhone and iPad."

David Chen
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"Finally, a news reader that does not try to track me or sell me a subscription. I love the clean, minimalist design and how it handles my high-volume feeds without any lag. The Reader View has become my favorite way to catch up on long-form articles every evening."

Sarah Miller

About the app

Everything you need to know about NetNewsWire: RSS Reader.

Description

It’s like podcasts, but for reading. NetNewsWire is a free and open source RSS reader. It’s fast, stable, and accessible. NetNewsWire shows you articles from your favorite blogs and news sites — and keeps track of what you’ve read. If you’ve been going from page to page in your browser looking for new articles to read, let NetNewsWire bring them to you instead. It’s easy and fun — and it puts you in control of your news. Features: * Direct feed-downloading * Syncing via iCloud, Feedbin, Feedly, BazQux, Inoreader, NewsBlur, The Old Reader, and FreshRSS * Multiple accounts * Custom article themes * Reader view * Share sheet * Starred articles * All Unread and Today smart feeds * Folders * Importing and exporting OPML feed lists * Background refreshing * Searching * Hiding read articles * Timeline customization * Keyboard shortcuts * Context menus * Home screen widgets for today, unread, and starred articles * Share extension

Latest Version

6.2.1

Size

25.6 MB

First Released

Mar 8, 2020

Reclaim Your Information Diet

Join over 400,000 readers who cut through the algorithmic noise. Get the fast, private, and open-source RSS reader that puts you back in control of your news.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about NetNewsWire: RSS Reader

What is NetNewsWire?

NetNewsWire is a free and open-source RSS reader. It allows users to read articles from favorite blogs and news sites and tracks read content.

Is NetNewsWire a free application?

Yes, NetNewsWire is a free application. It is also open-source, providing users with transparent and accessible news consumption.

Which devices support the NetNewsWire app?

NetNewsWire is an RSS reader available for iOS devices. Its user interface, as shown in the screenshots, is designed for the iPhone operating system.

Does NetNewsWire offer RSS feed synchronization?

Yes, NetNewsWire offers syncing capabilities. It supports services like iCloud, Feedbin, Feedly, BazQux, Inoreader, NewsBlur, The Old Reader, and FreshRSS.

What are the main features of NetNewsWire?

NetNewsWire features direct feed downloading, multiple account support, custom article themes, reader view, sharing, starred articles, smart feeds, folders, OPML import/export, background refreshing, and searching.

How can I organize articles within NetNewsWire?

Yes, NetNewsWire allows organization through Smart Feeds like 'Today,' 'All Unread,' and 'Starred' articles. Users can also utilize folders and hide read articles.

Can I import or export RSS feeds in NetNewsWire?

Yes, NetNewsWire supports importing and exporting OPML feed lists. This feature enables users to transfer their subscriptions easily between systems.

Does NetNewsWire provide home screen widgets?

Yes, NetNewsWire offers home screen widgets. These widgets display today's articles, unread articles, and starred articles for quick access directly from the home screen.

How do I search for articles in NetNewsWire?

NetNewsWire provides a search function to find specific articles. Users can access the search bar, as seen in screenshot #3, to locate desired content efficiently.

Is the NetNewsWire app open source?

Yes, NetNewsWire is an open-source RSS reader. Its public source code ensures transparency and allows community contributions for continuous improvement.