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Briar vs Pidgin on MacOSX

A side-by-side look at Briar and Pidgin on MacOSX. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Briar

Briar

Security & Privacy

Briar is a peer-to-peer encrypted messaging app designed for activists, journalists, and people at risk of persecution. It allows secure communication without relying on a central server, making it resistant to surveillance and censorship.

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Pidgin on MacOSX

Pidgin on MacOSX

Social & Communications

Pidgin is a popular open source chat client that supports multiple chat protocols including IRC, XMPP, Bonjour, and more. The MacOSX version provides a native interface for Mac users. It's lightweight, customizable, and encrypts chats for privacy.

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