Signal
Signal is a privacy-focused messaging application that provides end-to-end encryption for all communications, including text messages, voice messages, photos, videos,…
Our verdict
Who it's for
Secure, private messaging for everyone.
Who should look elsewhere
Requires recipients to also use Signal for encrypted communication.
Pros
- +Strongest available end-to-end encryption for all communication types.
- +Operates as a nonprofit, ensuring no commercial interests in user data.
- +Completely free to use with no hidden costs or subscriptions.
- +Open-source Signal Protocol provides transparency and auditability.
Cons
- −Requires recipients to also use Signal for encrypted communication.
- −Does not offer cloud backup of message history, which can be a limitation for some users.
Key features
- ✓End-to-end encrypted messaging
- ✓Encrypted voice calls
- ✓Encrypted video calls
- ✓Encrypted group chats
- ✓Encrypted file sharing
- ✓Encrypted sticker packs
- ✓Customizable sticker creation
- ✓No ads or trackers
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | — | month | End-to-end encryption; Share text, voice messages, photos, videos, GIFs and files; Voice and video calls |
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