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GNUnet Messenger
Private and secure communication
by GNUnet e.V.
Official site: flathub.org
About GNUnet Messenger
Messenger-GTK is a convergent graphical messaging application using the GNUnet Messenger service. The goal is to provide private and secure communication between any group of devices.
The application provides the following features:
Creating direct chats and group chats
Managing your contacts and groups
Invite contacts to a group
Sending text messages
Sending voice recordings
Sharing files privately
Deleting messages with any custom delay
Renaming contacts
Exchanging contact details physically
Verifying contact identities
Switching between different accounts
Chatting live via video or voice streaming
Sharing your screen with a selected group
Writing notes to yourself
Chats will generally created as opt-in. So you can decide who may contact you directly and who does not, accepting to a direct chat. Leaving a chat is also always possible.
How to install GNUnet Messenger
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub org.gnunet.Messenger
- Open GNUnet Messenger once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is GNUnet Messenger free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where GNUnet Messenger is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install GNUnet Messenger from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.gnunet.Messenger. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is GNUnet Messenger safe?
GNUnet Messenger downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
