Palestinian Developer’s App Receives User Support Amid Censorship Claims

The UpScrolled app, developed by Issam Hijazi, who lost over 60 relatives in the Gaza conflict, has rapidly gained popularity, ranking ninth among free apps on Apple’s App Store, surpassing TikTok. It has reached fifth in the U.S., sixth in Australia, and eighth in the UK. The platform allows short videos and text posts, promoting itself as a censorship-free alternative amid accusations against existing social media platforms for content suppression, particularly regarding U.S. political issues. This spike in downloads, with over 100,000 new users in 24 hours, reflects growing dissatisfaction with mainstream social media.

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