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imoWhatsApp
Free

Free to download and use.

 Free

Free to use for personal messaging and calls.

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Web
  • Audio and video calls on mobile and desktop
  • Built-in message translation
  • End-to-end encrypted messages and calls
  • Available on phones, desktop and the web
  • Proprietary and closed source
  • Limited technical detail published about its encryption
  • Proprietary and tied to a phone number account
  • Relies on a central service run by the developer
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source Closed source
License: Proprietary License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Needs internet Needs internet

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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