Cwtch
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VisitCwtch vs Wire
What both publish
| Fact | Cwtch | Wire |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Cwtch says all communication is end-to-end encrypted and takes place over Tor v3 onion services. | Wire says messages, conference calls, and files are end-to-end encrypted, and only conversation participants can decrypt the information. |
| Founded | The security handbook says the Cwtch project began in 2017 as an extension protocol for Ricochet. | 2012 |
| Product | Cwtch is a decentralized, privacy-preserving, metadata-resistant messaging app. | Wire provides end-to-end encrypted messaging, calls, conferencing, and file sharing for organizations. |
Cwtch plans
- CwtchFree
Wire plans
- Wire for FreeFree
- Wire for SMB€7.45 a month
- Wire for EnterprisePriced on request
- Wire for PartnersPriced on request
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 Wire if…
Wire may suit organizations that need encrypted messaging and conferencing with choices for cloud or on-premises deployment. Its listed customer types include governments, parliaments, military organizations, and global enterprises with strict security requirements.