bitchat AlternativesInstant Messengers & Encrypted Chat Apps like bitchat

bitchat is described as 'Decentralized peer-to-peer messaging app offering secure Bluetooth mesh communication, end-to-end encryption, channel-based chats, and privacy-first design' and is a instant messenger in the security & privacy category. There are more than 50 alternatives to bitchat for a variety of platforms, including Android, Linux, iPhone, Windows and Mac apps. The best bitchat alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like bitchat are Telegram, Element, SimpleX Chat and Wire.

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  1. Signal icon
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    An open-source messaging app emphasizing privacy with encrypted communication. Share texts, calls, photos, and videos without ads or trackers, available across major platforms. Developed by Signal Technology Foundation and praised globally for security measures.

    224 Signal alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
     
  2. Telegram icon
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    Maximize your messaging experience with efficient communication, speedy delivery, and optional end-to-end encrypted Secret Chats. Engage in unlimited channels and groups up to 200,000 members. Enhance chat management and media sharing with Telegram Premium and its exclusive benefits. All core features remain free.

    297 Telegram alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Linux Mobile
    • Android Wear
    • PortableApps.com
    • FreeBSD
    • Apple Car Play
     
  3. Element icon
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    Provides secure collaboration with end-to-end encryption, supporting chat, voice, and video calls. Available on all major platforms, it enables digital sovereignty with a decentralized design and interoperability through bridges to systems like Slack and Teams. Includes enterprise-grade SaaS.

    316 Element alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Snapcraft
     
  4. SimpleX Chat icon
     95 likes

    Open-source messaging platform enabling private, identifier-free chats, encrypted group discussions, file and media sharing, plus audio and video calls. Employs double-ratchet protocol, stores user data on-device, protects metadata, and lets users self-host relay servers.

    71 SimpleX Chat alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Android Tablet
     
  5. Wire icon
     320 likes

    Wire is the most secure collaboration platform featuring messenger, voice, video, conference calls, file-sharing, and external collaboration –all protected by the most secure end-to-end-encryption.

    288 Wire alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
     
  6. Briar icon
     113 likes

    An open-source decentralized and encrypted messaging app even without internet connection via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Messages are stored securely on your device, not in the cloud. Connect directly with nearby contacts - no Internet access is required.

    80 Briar alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Flathub
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  7. Threema icon
     140 likes

    Threema is a new mobile messaging app that puts security first. With true end-to-end encryption, you can rest assured that only you and the intended recipient can read your messages.

    128 Threema alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
     
  8. Molly icon
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    Molly is an independent Signal fork for Android.

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  9. FluffyChat icon
     37 likes

    Encrypted messenger supporting multi-platform access, unlimited group and private chats, file and voice message sharing, decentralized operation, open-source code, custom themes including dark mode, advanced moderation, push notifications, and no advertisements.

    192 FluffyChat alternatives

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    • Linux
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    • Snapcraft
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu Touch
    • F-Droid
     
  10. ArcaneChat icon
     15 likes

    ArcaneChat is a Delta Chat client and was created with a focus on usability, good user experience, and saving data plan. Also the app usually experiments with new features that eventually might get added to the official Delta Chat client.

    21 ArcaneChat alternatives

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  11. Berty icon
     16 likes

    Berty is a secure peer-to-peer messaging app that works with or without internet access, cellular data or trust in the network. Berty is a privacy-first messaging application built on top of the Berty Protocol.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
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