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Signal Messenger, LLC
Send messages and files securely
Send texts, voice messages, photos, videos, GIFs, and files for free. Make encrypted voice and video calls with group support up to 50 people. Create group chats with up to 1,000 members. Share files and media securely.
WhatsApp Inc.
Send messages and make calls
Send text messages, make voice and video calls. Share files, images, and location. Communicate privately with end-to-end encryption. Available on mobile, tablet, and desktop. No subscription fees.
Viber Media SARL.
Send messages and make calls
Send messages with text, photos, stickers, GIFs, voice, or video. Make free audio and video calls to other users. Create group chats. Send disappearing messages. Set reminders. Share files.
Pinger, Inc.
Messages and call with a local
Send messages with photos, videos, GIFs, audio, emojis, and PDFs. Share as individual or group messages. Choose a personalized local . Make unlimited calls and texts. Customize ringtone and notifications. Stay connected with friends and family.
SpotMap, Inc.
Call , join group chats, connect
Video calls with contacts and see who answers. Invite up to 100+ people to a group chat. Meet new people through shared video interactions. Share calls with and join daily video groups.
Phoundry LLC
Connect with verified contacts securely
Manage contacts and communications with verified identities. Set connection permissions and control who can reach you. Organize interactions into personas. Receive real-time updates and manage notification settings.
StockTwits, Inc.
Track real-time stock trends and analysis
Discuss market trends and trading ideas in real-time with other investors. Share and engage with posts using charts, photos, and GIFs. Follow and interact with other users to stay updated on market sentiment and analysis.
TALKATONE, INC.
Call friends and family for free
Make free and texts via or cellular data without using cell minutes. Send messages and make internationally. Set up a US/Canada phone number for receiving and messages.
Baby Penguin, LLC
With friends and family anytime, anywhere
Message and with contacts across devices. Make encrypted voice and . Send messages, photos, and videos. Participate in group chats with up to six people. Use free stickers. Avoid SMS and call charges.
Ten Ten
Talk live, share instantly, connect directly
Send voice messages instantly with real-time audio transmission. Share voice notes and receive responses immediately. Initiate conversations by pocking friends or switching to video calls. Control microphone input with hold or lock functions.
textPlus, Inc.
Connect with friends using a US
Use a free US to receive calls and texts. Send and receive SMS/MMS and group chats to US or Canadian numbers. Make free incoming calls and affordable outgoing calls. Connect via WiFi without needing a cellular connection. No contracts or fees.
Ningbo Jus Internet Technology Co., Ltd.
Chat, call, and stay connected
Enable voice and video calls with family and friends. Send instant messages with end-to-end encryption. Access a doodle board for drawing. Edit text messages. View educational videos. Set parental controls to approve contacts and monitor activity.
Threema GmbH
Send messages and make calls securely
Send and receive messages with end-to-end encryption. Make voice and video calls. Share files securely. Use a unique Threema ID instead of phone number or email. No data trails are stored. Set expiration dates for messages.
SimpleX Chat Ltd
Send messages and calls without identifiers
Send and receive encrypted messages with end-to-end security. Edit, reply, and delete messages. Messages disappear after a set time. Share files and media. Connect with contacts without using identifiers. Manage message history and settings.
Ningbo Juphoon System Software Co., Ltd.
With friends, send messages, make calls
Make calls with friends and family using any device. Send an invite link to start a free face-to-face . Receive multiple phone numbers for unlimited and texting to any mobile or landline.
QT Global Software Ltd
Send secure messages and calls
Secure messaging and voice/video calls with end-to-end encryption. Support group chats and calls. Messages disappear after set times. Share files, photos, and videos securely. Customize alerts and themes for each conversation.
Shenzhen Zehou Technology Co., Ltd.
Make and texts with a private number
Use a private second number to make and send texts via WiFi or cellular data without using cell minutes. Manage contacts, send messages, and make with a dedicated number for work or social situations.
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