Threema. The Secure Messenger

4.6
73.6K reviews
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About this app

Threema is the world’s best-selling secure messenger and keeps your data out of the hands of hackers, corporations, and governments. The service can be used completely anonymously. Threema is open source and offers every feature one would expect from a state-of-the-art instant messenger. The app also allows you to make end-to-end encrypted voice, video, and group calls. Using the desktop app and the web client, you can also use Threema from your desktop.

PRIVACY AND ANONYMITY
Threema is designed from the ground up to generate as little data on servers as possible. Group memberships and contact lists are managed on your device only and never stored on our servers. Messages are immediately deleted after they have been delivered. Local files are stored encrypted on your mobile phone or tablet. All this effectively prevents the collection and misuse of your personal information, including metadata. Threema is fully compliant with the European privacy legislation (GDPR).

ROCK-SOLID ENCRYPTION
Threema end-to-end encrypts all your communication, including messages, voice and video calls, group chats, files, and even status messages. Only the intended recipient, and nobody else, can read your messages. Threema uses the trusted open source NaCl cryptography library for encryption. The encryption keys are generated and safely stored on the users’ devices to prevent backdoor access or copies.

COMPREHENSIVE FEATURES
Threema is not only an encrypted and private messenger but also versatile and feature-rich.

• Write text and send voice messages
• Edit and delete sent messages on the recipient’s end
• Make voice, video and group calls
• Share videos pictures and locations
• Send any type of file (pdf animated gif, mp3, doc, zip, etc.)
• Use the desktop app or the web client to chat from your computer
• Create groups
• Conduct polls with the poll feature
• Choose between a dark and a light theme
• Quickly and silently reply with the unique agree/disagree feature
• Verify the identity of a contact by scanning their personal QR code
• Use Threema as anonymous instant messaging tool
• Synchronize your contacts (optional)

SERVERS IN SWITZERLAND
All our servers are located in Switzerland, and we develop our software in-house.

FULL ANONYMITY
Each Threema user receives a random Threema ID for identification. A phone number or email address is not required to use Threema. This unique feature allows you to use Threema completely anonymously – no need to give up private information or to open an account.

OPEN SOURCE AND AUDITS
The source code of the Threema app is open for everyone to review. On top of that, renowned experts are regularly commissioned to conduct systematic security audits of Threema’s code.

NO ADS, NO TRACKERS
Threema is not financed by advertising and does not collect user data.

SUPPORT / CONTACT
For questions or problems please consult our FAQs: https://threema.ch/en/faq
Updated on
Jan 16, 2025

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
No data shared with third parties
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No data collected
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Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

4.6
70.8K reviews
Axel Uhl
November 24, 2024
Great security and privacy. No need to share any personal data. Sometimes connectivity is a bit flaky, and calls hardly work ever... And now (2024-11) the notification LED stopped working for Threema. Can't configure it anymore, and it doesn't flash upon new messages. When in silent mode, this makes Threema a bit pointless to use. Non read status for group messages.
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Threema GmbH
November 25, 2024
In the latest version of Threema, notification settings now have to be adjusted in your phone's system settings: “Settings > Apps > Threema > Notifications”. There you can also activate the LED's flashing. We will be happy to help you to resolve these issues: [email protected]
Vera Tens
November 5, 2024
Since the Sept 2024 update the app crashes more and more while writing a text (and yes. Text is then lost!) And suddenly switches to the overview page. It used to be very reliable/stable, but has got to a point where we are considering using another chat app. I really hope the developers are fixing this before we are forced to move elsewhere...
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Threema GmbH
November 5, 2024
Please apply the settings outlined in this FAQ entry in your phone's system settings: https://threema.ch/faq/push_samsung. Should the issue persist, please contact our support team: [email protected]. We will be happy to help!
Anthony Thomas
October 1, 2024
I was an early adopter of Threema, and have continued to use it over the years. It's a great app! A little more simplistic than something like Telegram, but far more secure...perfect for private messaging. I am liking the newer features, like the distribution list. Would love to see "channels", or at least an option to disable comments and/or hide members in group chats...for things like news feeds, diaries, , or album displays.
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What’s new

- Overhauled appearance of the agree/disagree icons (in preparation for the upcoming emoji reactions feature)
- Fixed a bug concerning the message status of chats containing missed calls