Briar
Censorship-resistant peer-to-peer messaging that bypasses centralized servers.
Briar is a secure, decentralized messaging app that works without centralized servers by connecting users via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or Tor. Messages are end-to-end encrypted and stored locally on the device rather than in the cloud. It is designed for use in situations where internet access is unavailable or censored.
Briar connects users directly via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or Tor with end-to-end encryption, storing all messages locally on the device.
Privacy-conscious individuals and activists in censored or internet-restricted environments
Background.
- Status
- launched
- Business model
- open-source
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