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qTox vs Ricochet Refresh: catalog facts
qTox	Ricochet Refresh
Free Free and open source under the GPL.	Free Free and open source, supported by a not-for-profit.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux
Peer-to-peer encrypted messaging without a central server Voice, video and file transfer in one client	No central server and minimal metadata Hides IP address and location from contacts
Contacts must also use Tox Smaller user base than mainstream messengers	Both contacts must be online at the same time Desktop only, no mobile apps
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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