TeleGuard AlternativesInstant Messengers & Video Calling Apps like TeleGuard

TeleGuard is described as 'The data-secure messenger from Swisscows. TeleGuard encrypts every message and all telephone calls with encryption algorithm currently available: SALSA 20. TeleGuard servers are located in Switzerland, they are not subject to the data protection laws of the EU /' and is a instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 100 alternatives to TeleGuard for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac and Linux apps. The best TeleGuard alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like TeleGuard are Telegram, Element, Matrix and Tox.

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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

     1363 likes

    An open-source messaging app emphasizing privacy with encrypted communication. Share texts, calls, photos, and videos without ads or trackers, available across major platforms. Developed by Signal Technology Foundation and praised globally for security measures.

    216 Signal alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Snapcraft
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    • Signal is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to TeleGuard.

    • Signal is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to TeleGuard.

    • Signal is Free and Open SourceTeleGuard is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • Signal is LightweightTeleGuard is not according to our users
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    Telegram

     2079 likes

    Maximize your messaging experience with efficient communication, speedy delivery, and optional end-to-end encrypted Secret Chats. Engage in unlimited channels and groups up to 200,000 members. Enhance chat management and media sharing with Telegram Premium and its exclusive benefits. All core features remain free.

    287 Telegram alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Linux Mobile
    • Android Wear
    • PortableApps.com
    • FreeBSD
    • Apple Car Play
    Telegram Desktop
     

    • Telegram is the most popular Web-based & Android Tablet alternative to TeleGuard.

    • Telegram is Freemium and ProprietaryTeleGuard is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • Telegram is LightweightTeleGuard is not according to our users
  4. Element icon

    Element

     773 likes

    Provides secure collaboration with end-to-end encryption, supporting chat, voice, and video calls. Available on all major platforms, it enables digital sovereignty with a decentralized design and interoperability through bridges to systems like Slack and Teams. Includes enterprise-grade SaaS.

    302 Element alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Snapcraft
    Video calls for desktop and mobile
     

    • Element is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to TeleGuard.

    • Element is Free Personal and Open SourceTeleGuard is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • Element is LightweightTeleGuard is not according to our users
  5. Matrix icon

    Matrix

     383 likes

    Matrix defines a set of open APIs for decentralised communication, suitable for securely publishing, persisting and subscribing to data over a global open federation of servers with no single point of control.

    166 Matrix alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • WebRTC
    • Python
    • JavaScript
    • Go (Programming Language)
    • Cloudron
    • Java
    • Perl
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    Tox

     558 likes

    With the rise of widespread government monitoring programs, Tox is an easy to use application that allows you to connect with friends and loved ones without anyone else listening in.

    211 Tox alternatives

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    • BSD
    • F-Droid
    The Universal Tox Client. A Tox client that runs on Android, iOS, Windows, Mac OSX, Linux, FreeBSD & the web. Written in JS using React & React Native / electron.
     
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    Jami

     237 likes

    Jami (formerly GNU Ring, SFLphone) positions itself as a potential free Skype replacement

    160 Jami alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Jami video conference OS X
     
  9. bitchat icon

    bitchat

     43 likes

    Decentralized messaging app enabling secure peer-to-peer communication over Bluetooth mesh networks with end-to-end encryption, channel-based group chats, store & forward delivery, automatic peer discovery, no accounts or phone numbers, and privacy safeguards.

    55 bitchat alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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  10. Wire icon

    Wire

     313 likes

    Wire is the most secure collaboration platform featuring messenger, voice, video, conference calls, file-sharing, and external collaboration –all protected by the most secure end-to-end-encryption.

    282 Wire alternatives

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    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
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    • Wire is the most popular SaaS alternative to TeleGuard.

    • Wire is Free Personal and Open SourceTeleGuard is Free Personal and Proprietary
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    Threema

     137 likes

    Threema is a new mobile messaging app that puts security first. With true end-to-end encryption, you can rest assured that only you and the intended recipient can read your messages.

    122 Threema alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
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    • Threema is the most popular commercial alternative to TeleGuard.

    • Threema is Paid and Open SourceTeleGuard is Free Personal and Proprietary
  12. Briar icon

    Briar

     108 likes

    An open-source decentralized and encrypted messaging app even without internet connection via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Messages are stored securely on your device, not in the cloud. Connect directly with nearby contacts - no Internet access is required.

    76 Briar alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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  13. Jitsi Desktop icon

    Jitsi Desktop

     490 likes

    Jitsi Desktop (previously SIP Communicator) is a legacy audio/video and chat communicator with full encryption, precedessor of Jitsi Meet .

    78 Jitsi Desktop alternatives

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    • Discontinued

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    • BSD
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