Vetted Score
4.6
/ 5.0
Earned a high score for strong encryption, zero cost, multi‑platform support, and an active open‑source community.
Key Features
End-to-End Encryption
All messages and files are encrypted on device and decrypted only by the intended recipient.
Self-Destructing Messages
Set timers for messages to automatically delete after being read.
Cross-Platform Sync
Seamless conversation continuity across desktop and mobile devices.
Open Source Core
Transparent codebase audited by the security community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the core messaging app is free for personal and commercial use without any subscription fees.
ChatSecure runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.
Yes, you can enable self‑destruct timers for messages, causing them to delete automatically after being viewed.