3 messaging apps for those paranoid about privacy

1. Signal Private Messenger

Similar to WhatsApp, this messaging platform links its service to your phone number. With Signal Private Messenger, you can send and receive secure instant messages, attachments, voice calls, and has a convenient group messaging function. The app’s description claims that it uses “end to end encryption protocol” which is open source and verifiable by anyone.

Available on: Android and iOS 
Price: Free

2. Pryvate Now

With RSA 4096-bit encryption technology, Pryvate Now is designed specifically for professionals looking to beef up security. The app is free, however, the Pro version of it will cost Rs 383.17 per month (Yearly: Rs 3,843.20). The developers are currently offering a 30-day free Pryvate Pro trial. 

Available on: Android and iOS
Price: Free

3. Telegram

What sets this app apart is that the software is available for Android, iOS, Windows Phone, Windows OS X, and Linux. The app uses a combination of 256-bit symmetric AES encryption, 2048-bit RSA encryption, and Diffie–Hellman secure key exchange to protect your chats and media. It can also be used on a range of devices including smartphones, tablet, laptop etc. 

Available on: Android, iOS and Windows Phone
Price: Free