Purism Librem 5 smartphone

The Librem 5 is a privacy-focused smartphone developed by Purism, a Social Purpose Corporation based in the United States. Unlike mainstream smartphones, it is designed to prioritize user security and digital rights by running a fully open-source operating system, PureOS, rather than Android or iOS.

Purism was founded in 2014 with the goal of creating hardware that respects user privacy. While the standard Librem 5 components are sourced globally and assembled in China to maintain affordability, Purism also offers the 'Librem 5 USA' version. This specific model features a localized supply chain with electronics manufacturing and assembly occurring at their facility in the United States, specifically to address concerns regarding supply chain security.

As a Social Purpose Corporation, Purism remains the ultimate owner of the brand. The company operates independently of large tech conglomerates, focusing on a business model that integrates hardware manufacturing with open-source software development to ensure the device remains transparent and under the user's control.