Signal
End-to-end encrypted messaging and calls from a non-profit foundation.
About Signal
In Signal’s own words: “Say hello to a different messaging experience. An unexpected focus on privacy, combined with all of the features you expect.”
Signal is free to use, is open source and is built with privacy in mind.
People switching from WhatsApp, Telegram and Snapchat often consider Signal.
Signal is an alternative to
Similar to Signal
- DiscordFree voice, video and text — popular for communities and small teams.
- ElementSecure, decentralised messaging on the Matrix protocol.
- TelegramFast messaging with large groups, channels, bots and cloud sync.
- ThreemaSwiss private messenger that works without a phone number.
- ViberEncrypted messaging and free calls, popular across Europe and Asia.
- WhatsAppEncrypted messaging and calls used by billions of people.
- WireEnd-to-end encrypted collaboration for teams and governments.
- BeRealDaily, unfiltered photos shared with friends at the same moment.
Listed for information; LaunchStall isn’t affiliated with Signal. The quoted description comes from signal.org. Features and plans change — check the official site for current details.