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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

The innovative messaging platform stands out by eliminating user IDs entirely. Unlike other applications such as Signal, Matrix, Session, Briar, Jami, and Cwtch that rely on user identifiers, SimpleX takes a different route by not employing any form of user IDs or even random numbers, significantly enhancing user privacy. Users frequently inquire about how SimpleX manages message delivery without user identifiers. To facilitate message delivery, SimpleX employs temporary anonymous pairwise identifiers for message queues, which are unique to each connection, ensuring that no long-term identifiers are utilized. You have the flexibility to select which server(s) will handle your incoming messages, while your contacts will determine the servers used to send messages to them, meaning that each conversation may operate through two different servers. This unique structure effectively minimizes the risk of metadata leakage at the application level. In addition to this, users can further enhance their privacy and safeguard their IP addresses by routing their connections through Tor when accessing messaging servers. Only client devices retain user profiles, contacts, and group information, while messages are secured with a robust two-layer end-to-end encryption system. This approach not only prioritizes user privacy but also ensures a safer messaging experience overall.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Tor Browser

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

SimpleX Chat

Founded

2020

Website

simplex.chat/

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

Alternatives

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Alternatives

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Cwtch

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Session

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SimpleX

SimpleX Chat