Safari's Web Extension framework provided the foundation for Protego. The robust APIs and development tools made it possible to create a native, high-performance extension that integrates seamlessly with macOS.
Building for Apple's ecosystem allowed us to create a truly native experience. The Mac App Store provides a trusted platform for distribution, while macOS's native features help Protego feel right at home on users' machines.
Reddit's platform and community have been essential to Protego's development. While building a tool to improve the Reddit experience, their consistent API and DOM structure made it possible to create reliable content filtering.
Astro made building Protego's marketing website a breeze. Its zero-JS-by-default approach and built-in performance optimizations helped create a lightning-fast site without unnecessary complexity.