Privacy focused Zoom Alternatives

The best alternative to Zoom is Jitsi Meet, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Zoom and loads of them are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to Zoom are Jitsi Desktop, BigBlueButton, Jami and Proton Meet.

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Zoom alternatives are mainly Video Calling Apps, but if you're looking for Web Conferencing Tools or Group Chat Apps you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source, Free, EU, Video Calling, Linux + Open Source and Linux. 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 Zoom.
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  1. Jitsi Meet icon
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    Open-source video conferencing platform with encryption by default, up to 75 participants, live group chat, HD audio, screen and document sharing, Etherpad editing, mobile and browser support, custom deployment options, privacy-first features, and community-driven development.

    159 Jitsi Meet alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Apple Watch
    • F-Droid
     
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  2. Jitsi Desktop icon
     488 likes

    Jitsi Desktop (previously SIP Communicator) is a legacy audio/video and chat communicator with full encryption, precedessor of Jitsi Meet .

    77 Jitsi Desktop alternatives

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
     
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  3. BigBlueButton icon
     88 likes

    BigBlueButton enables universities and colleges to deliver a high-quality learning experience to remote students.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Ubuntu Server
     
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  4. Jami icon
     248 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.

    169 Jami alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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  5. Proton Meet icon
     25 likes

    Provides 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.

    21 Proton Meet alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  6. Element X icon
     45 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.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  7. Nextcloud Talk icon
     33 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.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Nextcloud
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Chocolatey
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Homebrew
     
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  8. Encrypted video meetings with unlimited participants, screen sharing, recording with secure storage, no data sale or registration, chat, reactions, calendar and background features, hosted entirely in Switzerland on renewable energy and compliant with strict privacy laws.

    92 Infomaniak kMeet alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
  9. Mirotalk icon
     18 likes

    Powered by WebRTC, Real-time video call, chat room and screen sharing entirely browser based.

    79 Mirotalk alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker Hub
    • YunoHost
    • Cloudron
     
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  10. RingCentral icon
     7 likes

    Integrated cloud solution for business communication offering calls, video, messages, and fax. Provides scalable solutions, real-time chat, HD video conferencing, and robust security, serving 400,000+ customers in over 100 countries with renowned uptime and AI-powered interactions.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • UNIX Web Browser
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  11. Rumi.ai icon
     7 likes

    Rumi.ai is an AI-powered meeting tool designed to simplify and improve meetings. The AI system handles various meeting aspects including creating interactive summaries, insights, and action items. It also integrates with ticketing and messaging platforms, turning discussions...

    79 Rumi.ai alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  12. ivCAMPUS icon
     2 likes

    ivCAMPUS is the ultimate solution for hybrid and remote work, going beyond video conferencing to create a virtual office space that brings teams together. With its immersive features, social spontaneity, and emphasis on company culture, ivCAMPUS redefines remote collaboration.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Microsoft Teams
     
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