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Introducing RSS Guard: Your Ultimate Feed Reader

RSS Guard is a robust, user-friendly feed reader designed to simplify how you consume content from various online sources. This powerful tool can seamlessly fetch and display popular feed formats, including RSS, RDF, and ATOM. As a free and open-source application, it prioritizes user independence by eliminating reliance on third-party news aggregators such as Feedly or The Old Reader. Currently, RSS Guard is available in multiple languages, including Czech, Dutch, English, French, German, and Italian, catering to a diverse audience.

Cross-Platform Compatibility

Built on the versatile Qt framework, RSS Guard is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, enhancing its accessibility:

Windows
GNU/Linux
OS/2 (eComStation)
Mac OS X
xBSD (potentially)
Android (potentially)
Other platforms supported by Qt

Key Features of RSS Guard

With a rich array of features, RSS Guard offers users an unparalleled reading experience:

Online Feed Synchronization: Integrate plugins for online feed synchronization.
Multi-Platform Support: Access across various devices and operating systems.
Feed Format Compatibility: Handle all feed formats effortlessly.
Ease of Use: Designed for simplicity and efficiency.
Import/Export: Manage feeds with OPML 2.0 import/export functionality.
Parallel Downloads: Utilize a downloader that supports up to six simultaneous downloads.
Custom Notifications: Receive personalized popup notifications.
No Dependencies: Requires only the Qt library for smooth operation.
Advanced Filtering: Use regular expressions for precise message filtering.
Built-in Adblock: Simplistic ad-blocking capabilities enhance your reading experience.
Podcasts Support: Full support for both RSS and ATOM podcasts.
User Customization: Create tailored themes, icon sets, and skins.
Backup and Restore: Secure your settings and database with backup options.
Fully Control via Keyboard: Streamline your navigation and interaction.
Skinnable Interface: Customize your workspace with a plethora of available skins.
Auto-Update Alerts: Get notifications for updates and enjoy self-updating on Windows.
No Hidden Costs: Enjoy an ad-free experience with no additional fees.

Recent Updates in Version 4.8.4

RSS Guard continually evolves to enhance user experience. The latest version, 4.8.4, introduces several new features and fixes:

New Additions

A notification system for failed feed fetches has been implemented.(#1698)
The application can now open in a minimized state, independent of the tray icon.(#1713)
Resizable columns in the feed list enhance customization.(2ed50e5)
New filtering options have been added to the feed list toolbar.(542ae73)
Users can now manage the display of modal dialogs based on notification types.(83fed6b)
An option to reload the active skin without restarting the application has been added.(01bc5a7)
The color of unread article dots is now customizable based on the active skin.(c68e545)

Bug Fixes

Resolved HTML formatting issues for specific feeds involving bracket symbols.(#1692)
Addressed sporadic malfunctioning of the AdBlock feature.(#1702)
Corrected a bug causing blank windows related to tray icon actions.(#1672)
Ensured that the export folder for database and configuration files is retained.(#1667)
Enhanced OPML parsing for improved accuracy.(#1688, #1719)
Cleared eTag headers during feed purges.(2e9d26)
Fixed issues with OpenSSL Qt plugin handling.(c3911bd)