You can find a comparison of different messaging applications on PrivacySpreadsheet.
Session is an encrypted messaging application designed to protect your privacy and serves as an alternative to WhatsApp or Telegram.
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Install Session
Download the application corresponding to your platform and install it.
| Plateforme | Lien |
|---|---|
| 🤖 Android | Android |
| 🤖 APK | APK Android |
| 🟢 F-Droid | F-Droid |
| 🍎 iPhone | iPhone |
| 🍎 macOS | macOS |
| 🪟 Windows | Windows |
| 🐧 Linux | Linux |
In this example, we are using Windows, but the process remains similar on other platforms.
Once the application is installed, click Create Account.
Choose a Username
Choose your username.
Access the Session Dashboard
Congratulations 🎉! You are now on your Session home page.
Add a Contact
Before you can send a message, you need to add a new contact.
Click New Message.
You can then enter the recipient’s public key (identifier).
Send a Message
You can now send your first text message to your recipient or start a voice call.
Back Up Your Private Key
Remember to write down your own private key on paper.
To do this, go to the application settings.
