Open Source Android Communications Apps

bitchat is a decentralized peer-to-peer messaging app that operates over Bluetooth mesh networks, enabling local group chats without the need for internet, servers, or phone numbers. It is designed with privacy and security in mind, offering encrypted private messages and channels alongside a public local chat that requires no registration.

This project was created in order to support a new internet. One that is more open, free, and censorship-resistant in comparison to the old internet. An internet that eventually wouldn't need to rely on telecom towers, an outdated grid, or all these other "old school" forms of tech. We believe P2P compatibility is an important part of the future of the net. Grid Computing also plays a role in having a better means of transferring information in a speedy, more cost-efficient and reliable manner.

We’re all familiar with using our favorite chat apps and we often just assume we can trust them with our personal information. It’s not until our private life is compromised do we suddenly reconsider how we’re doing things. Next-generation chat application Metis improves your privacy by defaulting to locally encrypt all communications before sending any message. With Jupiter Metis, you always have the power over your privacy and what, if anything, is shared. No central servers store any information about you, your account, or conversations. There’s no signup required and participating in group chats is as simple and secure as it gets. Metis runs on the blockchain and is 100% encrypted with AES encryption. By using blockchain to talk, you’re protecting your communications and keeping your chats private!