When it comes to secure messengers, Windows LAN messenger comes to mind for most people. There are many alternatives to this app, which can be used both for solving working tasks and for everyday communication. Today we decided to familiarize you with five Telegram alternatives that you might not even have heard of.
Wickr
This is one of the first messengers that has been launched after the Snowden case. It is completely anonymous, eliminates any digital footprints either on the gadget or the server-side as it implements ECDH 521, AES 256, RSA 4096 encryptions. There is also no possibility to copy a message or take a screenshot. During the registration procedure, your phone number or email are not required but you have to create your password and ID yourself.
Wire
In Wire, you can identify the Skype “touch”, and it has a reason. This app was created by the developers who launched popular video chat as well. In terms of layout, the app reminds you of a nice glossy magazine. Despite all these, there is E2E encryption of messages, calls, etc. You can use this messenger for both personal and corporate needs, which is a big advantage.
Threema
Unlike others, there is no free version here. A key advantage of Threema is its 100% anonymity. During the registration, you will not have to indicate a phone number, email, or connect your social network. You just need to create two virtual keys (public and private). You can also create several passwords, and add a code word. When adding a contact, it is advised to use a QR code.
Softros
This is a local solution for corporate communication. It has all the necessary tools needed for business: group chats, video messages, file sharing, etc. Using the platform, you can create your messenger according to your preferences. Among the inconveniences: all the versions are downloaded directly and not through the app store. However, it may seem more secure to someone.
Signal
Almost everyone knows that this messenger is Edward Snowden’s favorite. The design of the app and the way it is implemented is very similar to Telegram. But at the same time, Signal has one significant advantage – video calls, which Telegram still does not have. There is also an extension for Chrome. A cross-platform approach is implemented.
In Conclusion
There is a wide selection of various messengers available on the market. However, only a few of them can provide a high level of privacy. End-to-end encryption, control of connections, storing all data on your server, masking an IP address, auto-blocking, banning screenshots, and much more may be provided. If you are looking for a similar solution for personal or business communication, the above-mentioned options will be excellent.
