Ideating digital ecosystems to empower society
CTRLback is a technological co-operative working with:
By being local-first, your data stays in your device. If you want to save or share it, we give you options, no need to use servers from the other side of the world. If you decide to save it in the cloud, we will support you to make informed decisions.
Our world works because of Free Libre Open Source Software (FLOSS). Technology should be made for and to the people. People should not be the product, algorithms have to be audited.
Our products are designed and developed so everybody can use them. Technology should be a tool so everybody has power, no limitations. We work towards software that is accessible and intuitive by design.
A product is intuitive when you don't have to think. It becomes invisible and you can focus on the task at hand. No disruptions of “why doesn't this work?”. The product becomes easy to use and therefore enjoyable and efficient.
Technology must be developed to improve our world, magnify our capacities and ease our way of living. Exploiting peoples' weaknesses or our planet is out of the question. That's what we consider humane.
What we do
ServicesWe design and develop apps where simplicity is the foundation and the data belongs to the user. We believe in privacy and usability as our model.
We design and implement beautiful, lightweight & accessible websites and web applications for your business and product ideas.
Do you need help in the digital world? We design websites and apps, email newsletter, social media posts, web banners and presentations. Or do you prefer the analogue world? We cover book covers, business cards, posters, flyers, editorial design and support with large scale prints.
Are you creating a product or offering a service but don't have a logo and brand yet? Maybe you already have one but aren't quite sure if it's the right fit? We can help you
Illustrations come in numerous forms and shapes: brand elements help with consistency, infographics break down complex data, icons guide the eyes when scanning for information and characters transmit personality through storytelling.
How we do it
ProjectsNot only do we believe in open source and local-first but we also create our own projects based on these methodologies. Have a look at some of our creations.
Why we do it
About
We are a technological co-operative. We believe in digital sovereignty for all. At our core are human centered design solutions. We call it ethical design.