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Anonomi MessengerBriar
Free

Free and open source under the GPL 3.0 or later.

 Free

Free and open source under the GPL.

Android Linux, Android
  • No central servers to seize or monitor
  • Routes traffic through Tor
  • Works with no internet at all, over Bluetooth or local Wi-Fi
  • No central server and no phone number or email needed
  • Android only
  • Small, young project with a limited user base
  • Currently in maintenance mode, with limited new development
  • Both devices must be online at the same time to exchange messages
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later License: GPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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