Reticulum-Go AlternativesInstant Messengers and other similar apps like Reticulum-Go

Reticulum-Go is described as 'A high-performance and secure Go implementation of the Reticulum Network Stack' and is a instant messenger in the security & privacy category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Reticulum-Go for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Android, Mac, F-Droid and Windows apps. The best Reticulum-Go alternative is Element. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Element or Tox. Other great apps like Reticulum-Go are SimpleX Chat, Briar, Delta Chat and Element X.

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  1. 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.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
     
  2. Tox icon
     573 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.

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • F-Droid
     
  3. bitchat icon
     63 likes

    Decentralized messaging app enabling secure peer-to-peer communication over Bluetooth mesh networks with end-to-end encryption, channel-based group chats, store & forward delivery, automatic peer discovery, no accounts or phone numbers, and privacy safeguards.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  4. SimpleX Chat icon
     115 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.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
     
  5. Briar icon
     135 likes

    Censorship-resistant peer-to-peer messaging that bypasses centralized servers. Connect via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or Tor, with privacy built-in.

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
     
  6. Delta Chat icon
     87 likes

    Provides a chat experience over email, with all messages and contacts stored on user devices, open source code, group media support, and compatibility with any provider. No central servers, no tracking, works without SIM, and can be used by anyone just via email.

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Linux Mobile
     
  7. Element X icon
     51 likes

    It is the brand new, and fastest ever, Matrix client. It is for personal and community use, and will support enterprise functionality later this year.

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
     
  8. FluffyChat icon
     44 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.

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu Touch
    • F-Droid
     
  9. Conversations icon
     106 likes

    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

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
     
  10. Meshtastic icon
     17 likes

    Meshtastic is a project that enables you to use inexpensive LoRa radios as a long range off-grid communication platform in areas without existing or reliable communications infrastructure. This project is 100% community driven and open source!

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    • Linux
    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Linux Mobile
     
  11. MeshchatX icon
     5 likes

    A extensively modified and feature-rich fork of Reticulum MeshChat by Liam Cottle.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Python
    • Docker
    • Obtainium
     
  12. Fractal icon
     15 likes

    Fractal is a Matrix messaging app for GNOME written in Rust. Its interface is optimized for collaboration in large groups, such as free software projects.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • GNOME
    • Flatpak
    • Linux Mobile
     
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