Cwtch
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What both publish
| Fact | Cwtch | Jami |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Cwtch says all communication is end-to-end encrypted and takes place over Tor v3 onion services. | Jami states that its communications use end-to-end encryption with perfect forward secrecy and comply with the X.509 standard. |
| Founded | The security handbook says the Cwtch project began in 2017 as an extension protocol for Ricochet. | 2004 |
| Platforms | The download page provides builds for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android; it says an iOS offering is not currently available. | Official documentation lists GNU/Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Android TV and web access. |
Cwtch plans
- CwtchFree
Jami plans
- JamiFree
Pick Cwtch if…
Cwtch suits people seeking private, decentralized messaging on mobile and desktop platforms. It is a better fit for users comfortable with online-at-once direct chats and experimental group messaging.
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.