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CommunicationAlternative to TelegramAlternative to SignalAlternative to WhatsApp

SimpleX Chat

100% private chat protocol without user identifiers of any kind.

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LicenseAGPL-3.0
GitHub stars7.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
Zero MetadataAnonymous ChatE2eeCommunicationHaskellPrivate Messenger
Overview

Why consider SimpleX Chat?

SimpleX Chat is an open-source messaging platform without user IDs or phone numbers. It routes messages via unidirectional TLS message queues, eliminating metadata trails and centralized server graphs.

Guided learning

Learn SimpleX Chat by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of SimpleX Chat

SimpleX Chat provides duplex quantum-resistant double-ratchet encryption without usernames, phone numbers, or persistent contact registries.

Installation

bash
1# CLI client
2brew install simplex-chat
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4# Desktop/Mobile builds available at https://simplex.chat

SimpleX Chat is licensed under the GNU AGPL-3.0 license.

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SimpleX Chat FAQs

SimpleX Chat is listed as a Communication tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

SimpleX Chat is listed under the AGPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

SimpleX Chat is listed as an alternative to Telegram. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.