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Ricochet Refresh vs Tinfoil Chat: catalog facts
Ricochet Refresh	Tinfoil Chat
Free Free and open source, supported by a not-for-profit.	Free Free and open source.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Linux, Command line
No central server and minimal metadata Hides IP address and location from contacts	Uses onion routing Designed around a high-assurance hardware architecture
Both contacts must be online at the same time Desktop only, no mobile apps	Designed for users with complex threat models. The repository lists Qubes OS and Tails.
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 8, 2026

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