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Description
Anonymous Messenger is a secure, private, and peer-to-peer messaging application that operates over the Tor network, ensuring user anonymity. This software is both free and open source, allowing individuals to modify and share it in compliance with the GNU General Public License v3. By leveraging Tor, it provides a robust anonymity layer and employs the onion v3 protocol for secure data transport. Users can run onion services on any device, facilitating direct and anonymous communication without the need for server setups. The app also utilizes the Signal protocol to encrypt messages before transmitting them over Tor, resulting in dual layers of end-to-end encryption without reliance on any external server or service. Rather than employing the standard HTTP protocol, Anonymous Messenger utilizes its own transport protocol, designed specifically to prioritize anonymity and ease of use. For instance, when a user sends a message, it is first encrypted with the Signal protocol, and then an encrypted onionV3 connection is established to transmit the message securely. This innovative approach highlights the application’s commitment to user privacy and security.
Description
Cwtch (/kʊtʃ/), a Welsh term that can be interpreted as “a hug that creates a secure environment,” is a decentralized messaging protocol that prioritizes privacy and enables the development of applications resistant to metadata tracking. This open-source platform allows users to create their own secure spaces, or to support others in establishing theirs, emphasizing that there is no centralized “Cwtch service” or singular “Cwtch network.” The protocol is designed for flexibility, allowing anyone the freedom to develop bots, services, and interfaces that can interact with Cwtch. Communication within the Cwtch ecosystem is protected by end-to-end encryption and occurs over Tor v3 onion services, ensuring a high level of security. Notably, Cwtch is engineered to prevent any information from being shared or accessed without the explicit consent of the individuals involved, safeguarding both the content of messages and any related metadata. This commitment to user privacy makes Cwtch an innovative solution for those seeking secure communication methods.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Integrations
Tor Browser
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
Anonymous Messenger
Website
anonymousmessenger.ly/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Open Privacy Research Society
Country
Canada
Website
cwtch.im/
Product Features
Product Features
Messaging
End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling