Quicksy AlternativesInstant Messengers & Encrypted Chat Apps like Quicksy

Quicksy is described as 'A spin-off of the popular Jabber/XMPP client Conversations with automatic contact discovery' and is a instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Quicksy for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows and Linux apps. The best Quicksy alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Quicksy are WhatsApp, SimpleX Chat, Wire and Threema.

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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

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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.

    215 Signal alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
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    • Signal is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Quicksy.

    • Signal is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Quicksy.

    • Signal is Free and Open SourceQuicksy is also Free and Open Source
    • Signal is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightQuicksy is not according to our users
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    WhatsApp

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    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.

    249 WhatsApp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Apple Car Play
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    • WhatsApp is the most popular Web-based alternative to Quicksy.

    • WhatsApp is Free and ProprietaryQuicksy is Free and Open Source
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    SimpleX Chat

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    SimpleX - the most private and secure chat and applications platform - now with double ratchet E2E encryption! Built on Haskell with Love and Coffee.

    69 SimpleX Chat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
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    • SimpleX Chat is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Quicksy.

    • SimpleX Chat is Free and Open SourceQuicksy is also Free and Open Source
    • SimpleX Chat is Privacy focused and LightweightQuicksy is not according to our users
  5. Wire icon

    Wire

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    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.

    282 Wire alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • Wire is the most popular SaaS & Android Tablet alternative to Quicksy.

    • Wire is Free Personal and Open SourceQuicksy is Free and Open Source
    • Wire is Security-focused and Privacy focusedQuicksy is not according to our users
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    Threema

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    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.

    121 Threema alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
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    • Threema is the most popular commercial alternative to Quicksy.

    • Threema is Paid and Open SourceQuicksy is Free and Open Source
    • Threema is Privacy focused and Security-focusedQuicksy is not according to our users
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    Delta Chat

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    Delta Chat looks and feels like other popular messenger apps, but does not involve centralized control, tracking or selling you, friends, colleagues or family out to large organizations. "Privacy by Design" has never been more fun.

    79 Delta Chat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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    Conversations

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    Conversations is a privacy focused, open source XMPP Texting [Jabber] client for Android 4.0+ smart phones with wife-approved easy encryption [OTR, OMEMO, or GPG].

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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    XMPP

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    XMPP, or Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol, is an open standard for instant messaging and real-time communication, allowing for message exchanges between any two entities on the Internet. It's known for its decentralized and extensible nature.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Windows Phone
    • Self-Hosted
     
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    Status

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    Status combines a private messenger, secure crypto wallet, and Ethereum Web3 DApp browser into one powerful communication tool. Chat with friends and growing communities. Buy, sell, store, and exchange digital assets.

    176 Status alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • F-Droid
    • APK Downloader
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    SchildiChat

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    SchildiChat is a Matrix client based on Element with a more traditional instant messaging experience.

    42 SchildiChat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
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