Life & fun · February 20, 2014
What to use instead of WhatsApp
The secure instant messenger from Switzerland. GDPR-compliant messaging for individuals and organizations that value privacy, security and data protection.
What to use instead of WhatsApp launched on February 20, 2014 with 13 votes and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 12 years on.
In plain words
Threema is a Swiss-based instant messenger offering end-to-end encrypted messages, calls, and file sharing. Designed for individuals and organizations, it emphasizes privacy and security with GDPR compliance. The platform serves businesses, military, authorities, and privacy-conscious users seeking a secure alternative to mainstream messaging applications. Threema has been available since 2014.
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End-to-end encrypted exchange of messages, calls, and files for businesses, military, authorities, and individuals – GDPR-compliant and developed infrom threema.ch
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