The OwnPhone Has Launched: A New Standard for Private, Account-Free Mobile Technology

On Thursday May 29 we officially launched the OwnPhone: a smartphone designed for people who want full control over their data without compromising usability or privacy.

If you’ve ever wished for a phone that doesn’t track your every move, doesn’t require an account to function and doesn’t distract you with endless notifications, the OwnPhone might be exactly what you’ve been waiting for.

Built in partnership with Volla (developers of the hardware and software) and Threefold (the pioneers behind the decentralized internet) the OwnPhone introduces a radically different approach to mobile technology.

During the live launch event we shared what makes this device so unique:
• it frees you from Google, Apple and any other data-collecting ecosystems
• it allows you to store and manage your data through decentralized infrastructure
• it minimizes digital distractions and puts you back in control of your attention

The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive—a clear signal that many are ready for a new way of thinking about smartphones.

Watch the full launch event recording below to see how OwnPhone works, hear from the people who built it and discover why this is more than just a phone. It’s a movement toward digital ownership.

The video is in English, as the launch was hosted for an international audience.

For more details or to order your OwnPhone, look here.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at hello@yourdata.network.

A new kind of internet starts here – free Dutch webinar on the decentralized web

A new kind of internet is gaining ground. One that puts users – not tech giants – back in control.

On Thursday, July 24, Your Data Network invites you to a free, live webinar:
“Introduction to the decentralized internet.”

This session will be hosted in Dutch by Robert‑Jan Lamers, founder of Your Data Network and outspoken advocate for a privacy-first, user-owned internet. With clarity and vision, he will guide you through one of the most important shifts in digital history.


🗓️ Thursday, July 24, 2025 – 20:00 CET
🎤 In Dutch | Hosted by Robert‑Jan Lamers, Founder of Your Data Network


What you’ll learn

  • What the decentralized internet really is—and why it changes everything
  • How it empowers your autonomy, privacy, and digital rights
  • Why it’s also better for the environment and energy use
  • How it works, without the tech jargon
  • How to start using it today
  • How to contribute to this growing movement

You’ll hear real-world examples, get actionable insights, and have the chance to ask your own questions live.

Why this matters

The internet wasn’t meant to be owned by a handful of corporations. But that’s exactly where we’ve ended up. From invasive ads to mass surveillance, our digital lives are increasingly shaped by centralized systems that serve profit over people.

It’s time for something better.
A web where you own your data.
Where you choose who sees what.
Where trust is built into the network, not outsourced to Big Tech.

This webinar is your first step.

Who it’s for

  • Anyone concerned about privacy, censorship or online control
  • Professionals looking for future-proof digital alternatives
  • Curious minds who want to understand what’s next for the internet

Sign up now – it’s free

Want to learn how to take control of your data and use new internet technology on your terms? Join our 75-minute online webinar where we explain everything in a clear, practical way.


Don’t miss this chance to get informed and inspired. Join us live on July 24 and be part of the shift toward a more human internet.