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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.
Description
In today's world, digital surveillance is pervasive among both corporations and governments. Tox offers a user-friendly platform that allows you to connect with your loved ones while ensuring that your conversations remain private. Unlike many popular services that charge for premium features, Tox is entirely free and free of advertisements, now and indefinitely. You can communicate instantly with secure messages across the globe using Tox. Maintain connections with your friends and family through Tox's encrypted voice calls at no cost. Engage in face-to-face conversations with the help of Tox's secure video calling feature. You can easily share your screen with friends using Tox’s screen sharing capabilities. Additionally, you can transfer files without any imposed limits or restrictions. Enjoy group chats where you can chat, call, and share videos and files with everyone all at once on Tox. This platform not only prioritizes your security but also enhances your ability to stay connected in a digital age.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Lita
No
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
SimpleX Chat
Founded
2020
Website
simplex.chat/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Tox
Website
tox.chat/
Product Features
Messaging
End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
Yes
File Sharing
No
Groups / Channels
No
Payments
No
Search / Filter
No
Self-Destructing Messages
No
Stickers / GIFs
No
Threaded Discussion
No
Video Conferencing
No
Voice Calling
No
Product Features
Messaging
End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
Yes
File Sharing
No
Groups / Channels
No
Payments
No
Search / Filter
Yes
Self-Destructing Messages
No
Stickers / GIFs
No
Threaded Discussion
No
Video Conferencing
No
Voice Calling
Yes
Screen Sharing
Annotations / Drawing Tools
No
Desktop / Browser Sharing
No
Mobile Screen Sharing
No
Presenter Control Management
No
Remote Control
No
Screen Capture
No
Screen Mirroring
No
Screen Recording
No
Team Chat
End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
Yes
File Sharing
No
Groups / Channels
No
Payments
No
Search / Filter
Yes
Self-Destructing Messages
No
Stickers / GIFs
No
Threaded Discussion
No
Video Conferencing
No
Voice Calling
Yes