Download Secure Messaging - Best Software & Apps

Telegram for Desktop1.3.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Free speedy and secure alternative to WhatsApp

1998 votes

PROS: Useful notification customization options, Strong focus on security and speed, Seamless synchronization across devices, Completely free
CONS: Must have a Telegram account on a mobile app

Telegram5.4.0

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; iPhone; Mac; Web Apps

Fast and secure messaging app

783 votes

PROS: Supports group chats, Share videos up to 1GB, Send batches of photos, "Snapchat" style Secret Chat, Higher level of privacy compared to WhatsApp
CONS: Voice messages supported but no voice calling, Small user base compared to WhatsApp

Marco Polo Video Walkie Talkie0.212.0

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone

Free App for Social People

2 votes

PROS: Free to download and use, Lots of funny filters to choose from
CONS: Requires a strong internet connection, May glitch from time to time

SOMA Messenger2.0.13

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone

The best messaging app for voice and video calls

47 votes

PROS: Safe and secure, Quality audio and video
CONS: Another messaging app, Convincing your friends to use it

Telegram Messenger Beta

License: free Download
Platform: Windows Phone

Fast and secure messaging app

30 votes

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PROS: Supports group chats, Share videos up to 1GB, Send batches of photos, "Snapchat" style Secret Chat, Higher level of privacy compared to WhatsApp
CONS: Encryption standard used isn't specified, No voice messaging, Small user base compared to WhatsApp, Not an official app

LinphoneVaries with device

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac; iPhone

Linphone offers secure, free VOIP

1 vote

PROS: Full calling functionality over the internet, Instant messages and picture sharing
CONS: You don’t get as much support as big rivals, Technical side is less user-friendly needs setup

Remobo0.72.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Send and receive files on your own VPN

27 votes

PROS: Very easy to setup and use, Allows everything from secure gaming to chatting
CONS: Can crash sometimes, Not a suitable replacement for a professional VPN

Wickr Messenger2.6.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Free App for Privacy Lovers

6 votes

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PROS: Extremely safe and secure, Free from annoying ads
CONS: Possible to screenshot content, No possible to sync between devices

Threema3.63

License: buy Download
Platform: Android; iPhone

Swiss-made messenger with end-to-end encryption

5 votes

PROS: End-to-end encryption , Share photos, videos, chat and location , Display contacts securely , Practical QR scanner , Lots of smileys
CONS: User interface is sometimes cluttered , No overview of all shared media , Some menus are doubled up

BitTorrent Bleep0.23.558

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; Mac

Speak Freely. Person to Person.

1 vote

BigAnt Messenger

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Powerful, secure IM client for local networks

25 votes

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PROS: Includes both client and server apps, Attractive interface, Support for file transfer and video chats
CONS: None so far

Wire3.28.743

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone

Plug in to a new kind of messenger app

3 votes

PROS: Looks gorgeous, Crystal clear audio quality, Supports SoundCloud music sharing
CONS: Awkward user interface, Needs more features, Only worth installing if all your friends do

Output MessengerV1.0.95

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Private and Secure Instant Messenger for your Office

18 votes

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VIPole Secure Messenger3.5.5

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

VIPole strongly encrypts messages, group chats, voice/video calls and files from prying eyes

6 votes

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OneShar.es

License: free
Platform: Web Apps

Send private information that self-deletes after one read

2 votes

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PROS: Easy to use, Send an encrypted one-time-read message to anyone, Copy message URL to your clipboard in one click
CONS: Accidentally reloading the message deletes it, 1000 character message limit

Pidgin Portable2.10.7

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Instant messaging made portable and secure

65 votes

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PROS: Portable program, Light and clear interface
CONS: Reduced numbers of icons, No voice chat support

Email - Fast & Secure mail for Gmail iCloud Yahoo1.9.16

License: free Download
Platform: iPhone

Smart and Secure Email Application for Smartphones

1 vote

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PROS: This smartphone application can support all of the major email platforms, A highly intuitive and versatile layout to streamline the messaging process
CONS: Some users have stated that this application slows down their operating system, There is no demonstration or free trial version of this product

CommuniCrypt Mail1.16

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Secure realtime communication over a LAN

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Text Desk1.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Use Your Windows 10 PC to Send/Receive Text Messages

No votes yet

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PROS: Saves time at work, Safe and secure cloud integration
CONS: Messages may still be distractive, Doesn’t work with Windows versions released before Windows 10

Briar0.2.9.12

License: free Download
Platform: Android

Free peer-to-peer private messaging app

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PROS: Freedom , Variety of transfer options
CONS: Slow , Beta

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	Telegram	5.4.0	783	8.1	Android,Windows,iPhone,Mac
2	Telegram for Desktop	1.3.0	1998	8.1	Windows,Mac
3	Pidgin Portable	2.10.7	65	8	Windows
4	SOMA Messenger	2.0.13	47	7.7	Android,iPhone
5	Telegram Messenger Beta		30	7.2	Windows Phone

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

5.4.0

783

8.1

Android,Windows,iPhone,Mac

Telegram for Desktop

1.3.0

1998

8.1