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Delta Chat
deltachat · v2.62.0
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Secure and reliable decentralised instant messenger
brew install --cask deltachat 52
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Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source +0
✗ Active development +0
✗ Licensed +0
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v2.62.021d ago2.59.1→2.62.0
1mo ago2.59.0→2.59.1
2mo ago2.57.0→2.59.0
2mo ago2.56.0→2.57.0
2mo ago2.53.0→2.56.0
3mo ago2.52.0→2.53.0
4mo ago2.51.0→2.52.0
4mo ago2.49.1→2.51.0
6mo ago2.49.0→2.49.1
6mo ago2.48.0→2.49.0
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Review
Mar 10, 2026Delta Chat is a secure and decentralized instant messenger that leverages email and PGP encryption for communication. Its unique approach offers privacy-conscious users a reliable alternative to traditional messaging apps.
Enables secure communication via email using PGP encryption.
Maturity: The project shows signs of neglect with limited GitHub activity and open issues.
Community: Hacker News discussions highlight its secure, email-based features, indicating positive reception among tech-savvy users. No Reddit mentions found.
Pros
- + Secure communication with PGP encryption
- + Unique email-based messaging system
- + Cross-platform availability
Cons
- - Low GitHub activity and community engagement
- - Limited adoption indicated by lack of Reddit discussion
Community Mentions
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown