Self-Hosted Signal Alternatives

Signal is not available as a self-hosted solution but there are plenty of alternatives for power users and business that want to host a solution on-premise. The best Self-Hosted alternative is Element. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Element or Wire. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Signal and 19 are available as a self-hosted solution so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Self-Hosted alternatives to Signal are Jitsi Meet, SimpleX Chat, Zulip and Nextcloud Talk.

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Signal alternatives are mainly Group Chat Apps, but if you're looking for Instant Messengers or Encrypted Chat Apps you can filter on that. Other popular filters include EU, Open Source, Blackberry, Encrypted Chat, Self-Hosted, Apple Watch and Instant Messaging. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Signal.
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  1. palava.tv icon
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    palava.tv is a cost-free, simple to use, secure, and open source platform for video calls. It is developed and operated by a charitable non-profit organization based in the EU. palava.tv runs directly in the web browser and its usage does not require a registration.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  2. ARKNet icon
     1 like

    A decentralized fault-tolerant platform for corporate interaction within companies and for private communication with clients.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Self-Hosted
     
  3. Peer Calls icon
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    Make video calls to anybody in the world with a private connection. Share the conversation by sharing url.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  4. c0nnect icon
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    c0nnect messenger - the easy to use xmpp/jabber client with a bunch of unique features!

    16 c0nnect alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Android Wear
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    Decentralized Messenger Systems must win! Secure End-to-End encryption, Auto destruct, and more!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • c0nnect is Free and ProprietarySignal is Free and Open Source
  5. Palxup icon
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    Palxup leverages on internet to make living worthwhile and full of fun for you by keeping you in constant reach with your family, friends and associate; and also expand your horizon, allowing you more opportunities as you meet new people globally. In short Palxup unlimit you!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
     
  6. Meower icon
     4 likes

    Meower is a free, open-source, and nonprofit social media platform. Meower is also a (currently WIP) alternative to Twitter, Discord, and Reddit, completely free of advertising, tracking, data collection, and more.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
     
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