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Gowalla vs Local Galex

A side-by-side look at Gowalla and Local Galex. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Gowalla

Gowalla

Social & Communications

Gowalla was a location-based social networking website and mobile app launched in 2007. It allowed users to check-in at various locations and connect with friends to share places they have visited. The service shut down in 2012 after being acquired by Facebook.

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Local Galex

Local Galex

Web Browsers

Local Galex is a lightweight open source web browser focused on privacy and security. It blocks ads and trackers by default while still allowing for customization options. Local Galex is fast, customizable, and puts user privacy first.

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