Censorship-resistant peer-to-peer messaging that bypasses centralized servers. Connect via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or Tor, with privacy built-in.
Platforms
- Windows
- Mac
- Linux
- Flatpak
- Flathub
- Android
- F-Droid
- OpenAPK
- Global
+4
Vardum Alternatives
Alternatives list
- 111 Briar alternatives
Open-source, end-to-end encrypted chat supporting decentralized, serverless communities and Concord. Features self-hosting, cryptographic login, encrypted text channels, threads, live voice and video rooms, compatibility with Nostr and other protocols, custom emojis, and GIFs.
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Self-Hosted
United States
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152 Threema alternativesThreema 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.
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- HUAWEI AppGallery
- iPad
- Flathub
- F-Droid
- Android Auto
- OpenAPK
Switzerland
Platforms
- Android
- F-Droid
- Obtainium
- OpenAPK
96 Delta Chat alternativesProvides 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.
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Snapcraft
- Linux Mobile
- Flathub
- F-Droid
- OpenAPK
Germany
EU
+1
31 Proton Meet alternativesProvides secure end-to-end encrypted video calls with privacy features such as background blur, noise reduction, and meeting locks, supports up to 50 free participants, guest links, ad-free use, seamless calendar integration, and multi-device access.
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- Android Tablet
- Switzerland
Threaded group conversations combine live and asynchronous messaging, separating topics for organized collaboration, supporting open-source, cloud, and self-hosted deployments, secure communication with encryption, and multi-platform access for diverse teams.
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- BSD
- iPad
- Self-Hosted
- F-Droid
- United States
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163 RetroShare alternativesOpen source, decentralized platform enabling encrypted chat, secure voice and video calls, anonymous file sharing with swarming, censorship-resistant forums, channels, link sharing, and offline messaging. Uses OpenPGP and OpenSSL for robust privacy and security.
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- BSD
- OpenPGP
+2
150 Element X alternativesIt is the brand new, and fastest ever, Matrix client. It is for personal and community use, and will support enterprise functionality later this year.
Platforms
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Android Auto
- OpenAPK
United Kingdom
220 FluffyChat alternativesEncrypted 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.
Platforms
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Snapcraft
- Matrix.org
- Flathub
- Ubuntu Touch
- F-Droid
- Switzerland
+4
185 Rakuten Viber alternativesOffers 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.
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- HUAWEI AppGallery
- iPad
- Android Wear
- Samsung Galaxy Store
Japan
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].
Platforms
- Android
- Android Tablet
- F-Droid
- Germany
- EU
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