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The best alternative to WhatsApp is Conversations, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to WhatsApp and many of them are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to WhatsApp are Fluxer, Delta Chat, Linphone and ArcaneChat.

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  1. Conversations icon

    Conversations

     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].

    164 Conversations alternatives

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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    Conversations vs WhatsApp Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    9

    It is open source, using the XMPP protocol, you can host your own (XMPP) server, it has a nice layout and much more...

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Third Opinion
    Positive
    1

    Any centralistic program like whatsapp is moot:

    WHY on earth would you rely on a single company... that on top has the worst reputation? The answer strongly with IQ, I am afraid ;)

    Conversations is federalistic, it can use any provider, like email. Its encryption is solid and you can check the source yourself.

    Quite possibly it helps you to get rid of that IQ60 folks that keeps pestering you to use whatsapp :D

    Samenaga
    Positive
    0

    You can pick your own server or even self-host.

    3 of 4 comments
    • Conversations is Free and Open SourceWhatsApp is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Conversations is Decentralized, Privacy focused and LightweightWhatsApp is not according to our users
  2. Fluxer icon

    Fluxer

     44 likes

    Free and open-source instant messaging and VoIP platform with private DMs, group chats, markdown, file sharing, video calls, screen sharing, moderation tools, quick search, custom emojis, CSS themes, AGPLv3 self-hosting, and multi-device access.

    21 Fluxer alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Android
    • Flathub
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  4. Delta Chat icon

    Delta Chat

     85 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.

    87 Delta Chat alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Linux Mobile
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  6. Linphone icon

    Linphone

     144 likes

    Linphone is one of the most famous open source softphones in the world. It is fully SIP-based, for all calling, presence and IM features.

    82 Linphone alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    ArcaneChat

     18 likes

    ArcaneChat is a Delta Chat client and was created with a focus on usability, good user experience, and saving data plan. Also the app usually experiments with new features that eventually might get added to the official Delta Chat client.

    24 ArcaneChat alternatives

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  9. Franz icon

    Franz

     120 likes

    Centralize multiple chat and messaging services in one customizable interface, organize workspaces, receive synchronized notifications, manage multiple accounts per service, and easily access popular platforms on Mac, Windows, and Linux. Privacy controls included.

    75 Franz alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Franz vs WhatsApp Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    3

    Franz is not a messaging application, it just allows you to group up multiple messaging apps like messenger, whatsapp, slack etc

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Franz is Freemium and ProprietaryWhatsApp is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Franz is Privacy focusedWhatsApp is not according to our users
  10. Nextcloud Talk icon

    Nextcloud Talk

     34 likes

    Self-hosted communication platform with secure audio, video, chat, web conferencing, screensharing, advanced encryption, and metadata privacy, running on user-controlled servers, supporting web and mobile apps, and eliminating third-party data exposure.

    120 Nextcloud Talk alternatives

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Nextcloud
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Chocolatey
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Homebrew
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  11. Status icon

    Status

     24 likes

    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.

    177 Status alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • F-Droid
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    Gajim

     68 likes

    The goal of Gajim is to provide a full featured and easy to use XMPP client. Gajim works nicely with GNOME, but does not require it to run. It is released under the GNU General Public License.

    66 Gajim alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Xfce
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  13. Olvid icon

    Olvid

     12 likes

    Private messaging for everyone.

    161 Olvid alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
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    Olvid vs WhatsApp Comments
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    Positive
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    It's a very good alternative to whatsapp because it's end-to-end encrypted, open-source, no backdoor, no ad. Olvid care about privacy and don't need any information to use it.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Olvid is Freemium and Open SourceWhatsApp is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Olvid is Privacy focusedWhatsApp is not according to our users
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    twinme

     5 likes

    twinme messenger protects your identity & intimacy: no information to identify you and your contacts; relationships under your full control are private, non-transferable.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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