Peerio AlternativesInstant Messengers & Group Chat Apps like Peerio

Peerio is described as 'Integrates cloud storage with a messaging platform so you can safely keep your important files online and ready to send from anywhere. With end-to-end encryption, messages and files are encrypted' and is a instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Peerio for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac and Android Tablet apps. The best Peerio alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Peerio are Telegram, Element, Tox and WhatsApp.

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  1. Signal icon
     1365 likes

    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.

    216 Signal alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Snapcraft
     
  2. Telegram icon
     2079 likes

    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.

    286 Telegram alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Online
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    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Linux Mobile
    • Android Wear
    • PortableApps.com
    • FreeBSD
    • Apple Car Play
     
  3. Element icon
     776 likes

    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.

    302 Element alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Snapcraft
     
  4. Tox icon
     558 likes

    With the rise of widespread government monitoring programs, Tox is an easy to use application that allows you to connect with friends and loved ones without anyone else listening in.

    211 Tox alternatives

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    • BSD
    • F-Droid
     
  5. WhatsApp icon
     849 likes

    Exchange messages without SMS fees using this app for iPhone, Android and desktop, featuring group chats, multimedia sharing, and video calls. The app requires an internet connection and the latest version for optimal functionality.

    251 WhatsApp alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Apple Car Play
     
  6. Zulip icon
     266 likes

    Zulip is the only modern team chat app that is designed for both live and asynchronous conversations. Zulip topics create a separate space for each discussion, so different conversations will never get in each other's way.

    222 Zulip alternatives

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    • BSD
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    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
     
  7. Rakuten Viber icon
     335 likes

    Offers secure messaging with end-to-end encryption, unlimited free calls, group chats for up to 250 members, rich media sharing, emoji reactions, AR lenses, self-destruct messages, affordable international calls, community channels, and robust privacy across devices.

    162 Rakuten Viber alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Android Wear
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
     
  8. Telegram X icon
     38 likes

    An alternative Telegram client based on TDLib, with higher speed, slicker animations and experimental features.

    203 Telegram X alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Telegram
     
  9. The most secure and anonymous messenger, encrypted with Blockchain.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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  10. Tinode icon
     10 likes

    Fully open source instant messaging server and clients. No proprietary components or non-free dependencies. Backend in pure Go (GPL 3.0), with a command-line administration tool in python + gRPC. Clients for Android, iPhone, and Web - ReactJS (all licensed under Apache 2.0).

    160 Tinode alternatives

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    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  11. Mesh icon
     26 likes

    Technitium Mesh is a secure, anonymous, peer-to-peer (p2p), open source instant messenger designed to provide end-to-end encryption. Primary aim of developing this instant messenger is to provide privacy which is achieved using cryptography and anonymity using Tor network.

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    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
     
  12. Librem Chat icon
     8 likes

    End-to-end encrypted chat, VOIP, and video calling used by millions of people.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
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