Briar
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VisitBriar vs Jami
What both publish
| Fact | Briar | Jami |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | The maker says communications between devices are end-to-end encrypted and contact lists are encrypted and stored on each user’s device. | Jami states that its communications use end-to-end encryption with perfect forward secrecy and comply with the X.509 standard. |
| Purpose | Briar is a messaging app designed for activists, journalists, and others who need a safe, robust way to communicate. | Jami is free/libre, end-to-end encrypted communication software for private messaging and calls. |
Briar plans
- BriarFree
Jami plans
- JamiFree
Pick Briar if…
Briar may suit activists, journalists, and others who need private messaging that can work with or without Internet access. Its desktop version may suit users who do not need the Android-only features it lacks.
Pick Jami if…
Jami suits people seeking free/libre messaging and calling software who value account creation without personal information. It may also suit users who need desktop, mobile or web access, depending on client feature availability.