Tox is a free, open-source, peer-to-peer chat platform focused on privacy and security. It offers decentralized messaging, voice, and video calls without relying on central servers, making it a strong alternative to Discord for users who prioritize secure, private, and censorship-resistant communication.
Key Features:
- End-to-end encryption: All communications are encrypted using open-source libraries, ensuring that only the sender and receiver can read the messages.
- Distributed network: Tox has no central servers, making it resistant to censorship and surveillance.
- Free and open-source: Tox is free to use, modify, and distribute.
- Instant messaging: Send text messages, files, and voice messages.
- Voice and video calls: Make secure voice and video calls.
- Group chats: Participate in group chats with multiple participants.
- Screen sharing: Share your screen with other users.
Use Cases:
- Secure communication for individuals and groups.
- Privacy-focused alternative to centralized messaging services.
- Decentralized communication platform for organizations.
- Development of custom messaging applications with built-in encryption.
