Briar Desktop
End-to-end encrypted online and offline messaging and discussion application
Product Information
- Description
- Briar Desktop is a decentralized messaging platform that prioritizes privacy and resilience through end-to-end encryption for all communications. It enables secure messaging, group discussions, and forums without relying on central servers, instead using peer-to-peer connections over Tor for online communication and Bluetooth/Wi-Fi for offline mesh networking when internet access is unavailable. Key features include encrypted private and group messaging, forums for community discussions, and blog-style publishing, all designed to protect metadata and prevent surveillance. This makes it particularly valuable for journalists, activists, and communities operating in censored or unstable network environments where traditional messaging apps might fail or compromise security.
- Categories
- Decentralized/Blockchain Applications & Services
Linked NGI Projects
This product was created or improved through NGI-funded projects
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