A privacy-focused instant messaging client providing secure chats, group chats, video calls, and file transfers over a decentralized peer-to-peer network.
qTox is an open-source, free software instant messaging and video calling client that focuses on privacy, security and encryption. It is based on Tox, a decentralized peer-to-peer networking protocol.
Some key features of qTox include:
As a Tox client, qTox does not require or store personal user data on centralized servers, avoiding issues like data mining or requirement of personal information. Instead, it uses end-to-end encryption over a decentralized Tox network for messaging and calling capabilities.
qTox runs on Windows, macOS and Linux. It offers a simple, intuitive user interface and experience similar to other popular IM clients. As an open source project maintained by a community of developers and users, qTox emphasizes security, privacy and a good user experience.
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