OpenBubbles

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OpenBubbles is an open-source and cross-platform ecosystem of apps aimed to bring Apple platform services to Android and Windows! With OpenBubbles, you'll be able to send messages, media, and much more to your friends and family.

Cost / License

Free
Open Source (Apache-2.0)

Application typeApplication types

Platforms

Windows
Linux
Flathub
Flatpak
Android
Android Tablet

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Properties

Support for Themes
Customizable

Features

End-to-End Encryption
Ad-free
Dark Mode
No registration required
ICloud Integration
IMessage
Emoji reactions
iMessage Integration
Reactions
Send later
Text messaging
FaceTime integration

OpenBubbles information

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OpenBubbles
Licensing
Open Source (Apache-2.0) and Free product.
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Supported Languages
- English

AlternativeTo Categories

Social & Communications, Security & Privacy

GitHub repository

490 Stars
114 Forks
168 Open Issues
Updated Jul 6, 2026

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OpenBubbles was added to AlternativeTo by Paul on Mar 30, 2025 and this page was last updated Mar 30, 2025.

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Install from the command line

flatpak install flathub app.openbubbles.OpenBubbles

Be careful what you paste into a terminal. Check what a command installs before running it.

What is OpenBubbles?

Join iPhone Group Chats: Finally, get blue bubbles on Android. Chat everywhere, seamlessly.
Join FaceTime calls: Receive & place FaceTime calls on any device. Join existing calls without links!
Join iCloud Shared Albums: Share your favorite moments with your family and friends on any phone you want.
Fully end-to-end Encrypted: No one can read your messages, not even OpenBubbles or Apple.
Serverless: Unlike other apps, OpenBubbles talks directly to Apple. One-time access to a Mac or an always-online iPhone is required for activation.
Reactions and Replies: React, reply, edit, and unsend formatted messages with your friends.
Send Later: Schedule messages for business or to loved ones. Send at the perfect time.
Customizable: Choose between iOS, Material, and Samsung themes. Enable dynamic colors for a personalized look.

OpenBubbles

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