The Mirenku Way

Local-First, Always

Your anime list belongs on your computer, not someone else's. Mirenku works completely offline because your data shouldn't need permission to exist.

Full functionality without internet
No cloud dependency or forced syncing
Your database is the single source of truth
MAL sync is optional, never required

Private by Default, Not by Setting

Privacy isn't a feature you toggle on—it's the foundation. You stay invisible, your watching habits stay yours alone.

You remain completely anonymous - we never know you exist
Your viewing patterns stay private - no data collection at all
You start using Mirenku instantly - no sign-ups or emails
Your data stays on your machine - syncing only when you choose

A Tool, Not a Platform

Mirenku is a hammer, not a social network with hammering features. It does one job—tracking anime—and does it well. Your social life has plenty of other places to live.

No friend lists or social features
No achievements or gamification
No recommendations algorithm
Just tracking, searching, and organizing

Simple by Choice, Not Limitation

We could add a hundred features. We choose not to. Every feature that doesn't directly help you track anime is a feature that makes Mirenku worse, not better.

You get a clean, focused interface that's easy to navigate
Your app stays fast and lightweight over time
You can run Mirenku on older hardware without issues
You work in one window without popups interrupting you

You Own It Completely

When you download Mirenku, it's yours. No subscriptions, no premium tiers, no features held hostage. Use it forever, modify it freely, never pay a cent.

Single executable, no installation needed
Source available under Prosperity License
Export your data anytime in standard formats
No vendor lock-in or proprietary formats

No Bullshit

No dark patterns. No engagement metrics. No A/B testing. No "we value your privacy" while harvesting your data. No lying about what we are or what we do.

You get straightforward, honest communication
You'll never encounter hidden costs or misleading interfaces
You can trust features to work exactly as described
You're protected from feature creep by our willingness to say no

What We Don't Do (And Why)

Some features might seem obvious for an anime tracker, but we deliberately avoid them to keep Mirenku true to its purpose:

Cloud Storage: Keeps your data under your control, not ours or anyone else's
User Accounts: You own the software outright - no gatekeeping your own data
Social Features: Lets you focus on watching anime, not managing a social profile
Advertisements: Respects your attention and screen space
Analytics: Your watching habits stay completely private
Subscriptions: One-time download means no recurring costs or surprise charges
Notifications: Your anime list doesn't need to compete for your attention
AI Recommendations: Trusts your judgment instead of algorithmic manipulation

How We Make Decisions

Every feature request, every design choice, every line of code is evaluated against The Mirenku Way:

"Does this require internet?" → Probably not The Mirenku Way
"Does this complicate the interface?" → Not The Mirenku Way
"Does this help track anime better?" → Could be The Mirenku Way
"Does this respect user ownership?" → Definitely The Mirenku Way
"Does this add social features?" → Never The Mirenku Way

Why This Matters

In a world where every app wants to be a platform, every tool wants your data, and every company wants recurring revenue, Mirenku stands apart. We believe software can still be honest, simple, and respectful.

The Mirenku Way isn't just how we build software—it's a statement that users deserve better than what modern software has become. You deserve tools that work for you, not against you.