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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 No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Tor Browser Yes 

Integrations

Tor Browser No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App Yes 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
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

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) 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 

Alternatives

Alternatives

Session Reviews

Session

The Session Technology Foundation
Cwtch Reviews

Cwtch

Open Privacy Research Society
Session Reviews

Session

The Session Technology Foundation