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Status vs Berty: catalog facts
Status	Berty
Free Free to download and use.	Free Free and open source, developed by a non-profit.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	Android, iOS
Decentralised messaging with self-custodial keys Built-in crypto wallet and web3 browser	No central server; messages travel peer to peer Designed to work offline or on restricted networks
Crypto wallet and token features add complexity for people who only want chat Communities depend on members running the desktop app	Developers say it is not yet ready for high-risk use Small team and a smaller user base than mainstream messengers
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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