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Description
Briar is a secure messaging application tailored for activists, journalists, and anyone seeking a reliable and straightforward method of communication. Unlike conventional messaging platforms, Briar operates without a central server, facilitating direct synchronization of messages between users' devices. In scenarios where internet connectivity is compromised, Briar can connect via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, ensuring that communication persists even during emergencies. When the internet is available, Briar utilizes the Tor network to safeguard users and their connections from any form of surveillance. This network not only obscures the identities of users but also keeps their interactions private from prying eyes. Moreover, each user’s contact list is encrypted and maintained solely on their device, adding another layer of security. The application ensures that all exchanges between devices are encrypted end-to-end, effectively shielding the content from unauthorized access or interference. In this way, Briar is not just a messaging app, but a vital tool for maintaining privacy in sensitive communications.
Description
Solarium operates as a completely decentralized, fully encrypted, and censorship-resistant instant messaging platform that utilizes the Solana blockchain. At present, Solarium is in its alpha phase and is functioning on the Solana developer network. Each message transmitted through Solarium is secured with end-to-end encryption provided by the XChaCha20-Poly1305 symmetric encryption algorithm, employing a shared 256-bit content encryption key (CEK) for all messages within a specified channel. Interestingly, the actual content of messages in Solarium is not signed directly; rather, the data, once decrypted, omits any sender identification details. Instead, it is the blockchain transaction that incorporates the message into the channel that bears the sender's signature, ensuring a level of anonymity. This unique approach not only enhances user privacy but also reinforces the platform's commitment to secure communication.
API Access
Has API
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API Access
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Integrations
Solana
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Free Trial
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Free Version
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No price information available.
Free Trial
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Free Version
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Deployment
Web-Based
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On-Premises
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iPhone App
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iPad App
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Android App
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Windows
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Mac
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Deployment
Web-Based
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On-Premises
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iPhone App
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iPad App
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Android App
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Windows
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Mac
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Types of Training
Training Docs
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Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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In Person
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Training Docs
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Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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Vendor Details
Company Name
Briar
Website
briarproject.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
Solarium
Website
solana.com/ecosystem/solarium
Product Features
Messaging
End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
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File Sharing
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Groups / Channels
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Payments
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Search / Filter
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Self-Destructing Messages
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Stickers / GIFs
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Threaded Discussion
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Video Conferencing
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Voice Calling
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Product Features
Messaging
End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
No
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