Telegram X FOSS AlternativesInstant Messengers & Video Calling Apps like Telegram X FOSS

Apps similar to Telegram X FOSS include Signal, which is free and open source. Other options are Telegram, Element, Matrix and Tox. There's no shortage of Instant Messengers like Telegram X FOSS, with more than 25 alternatives for Android, Mac, Windows, Linux and iPhone.

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  1. Signal icon
     1519 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.

    283 Signal alternatives

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    Since

    • Since 2014

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Debian
    • Ubuntu
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Auto
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  2. Telegram icon
     2172 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.

    359 Telegram alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2014

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • FreeBSD
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Linux Mobile
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • AE flagUnited Arab Emirates
    Telegram Desktop
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  3. Element icon
     851 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.

    373 Element alternatives

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    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Cloudron
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Element screenshot 1
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  4. Matrix icon
     424 likes

    Open standard protocol enabling decentralized, encrypted instant messaging, VoIP signaling, IoT device connectivity, and persistent data management across federated servers without central control or single points of failure, bridging communication platforms.

    214 Matrix alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Python
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Main Page
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  5. Tox icon
     575 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.

    231 Tox alternatives

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    • Since 2013

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    • US flagUnited States
    The Universal Tox Client. A Tox client that runs on Android, iOS, Windows, Mac OSX, Linux, FreeBSD & the web. Written in JS using React & React Native / electron.
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  6. bitchat icon
     66 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.

    76 bitchat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • OpenAPK
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  7. Wire icon
     335 likes

    Secure communication platform featuring encrypted chats and calls, file and media sharing, self-deleting messages, device verification, group collaboration, and customizable settings. Supports use across multiple devices with no phone number required for access.

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    Since

    • Since 2014

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Self-Hosted
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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  8. Jami icon
     249 likes

    Open source decentralized communication platform supporting secure end-to-end encrypted calls, messaging, group conferencing, file and media sharing, SIP compatibility, multi-device sync, and strong privacy, available across desktop and mobile systems.

    193 Jami alternatives

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    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • OpenAPK
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  9. Briar icon
     139 likes

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

    111 Briar alternatives

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    • Since 2018

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • Linux
    • Android
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
    • OpenAPK
    • Flatpak
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  10. Threema icon
     151 likes

    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.

    153 Threema alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2012

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Auto
    • F-Droid
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  11. Element X icon
     52 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.

    152 Element X alternatives

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    Since

    • Since 2023

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Auto
    • OpenAPK
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