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Privacy Tools: Compare What Each Tool Does

Compare privacy tools by features, price, and what each provider can see.

2 tools foundEach profile lists its use case, limits, sources and research status.
Encrypted Messaging
Somewhat Private

Element

A messaging client for the Matrix network, where end-to-end encryption depends on room and account settings.

Best forPeople who want open network messaging and control over where their account is hosted.
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Encrypted Messaging
Private

Signal

A messaging service with end-to-end encrypted conversations; review phone-number visibility, usernames, backups and contact practices.

Best forPeople who want encrypted messages with other Signal users.
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