What is Peer Calls?
Peer Calls is a free and open-source video calling application developed as an alternative to proprietary platforms like Zoom, Skype, or Google Meet. It allows users to make encrypted video calls directly between peers without the calls going through a central server.
Some key features of Peer Calls include:
- End-to-end encryption using WebRTC technology to keep calls private
- Open-source codebase that is transparent and auditable
- No storage of user data or metadata on servers
- Simple and easy-to-use interface
- Cross-platform support for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android
- HD quality video and audio
- Screen sharing capabilities
- Virtual backgrounds
- Chat messaging
- Conference calls with multiple participants
Peer Calls focuses heavily on privacy and giving users control over their data. The decentralized nature removes central points of failure or surveillance. Users don't need to create accounts or provide personal details to use basic features. The project is also developed by a non-profit organization dedicated to a free and open internet.
WhatsApp, Discord, Telegram, Signal, Skype, Mumble, Tox, Jitsi Desktop, SimpleX Chat, TeamTalk, uMurmur, Meeet.at are some alternatives to Peer Calls.