Audience

Anyone looking for a mobile messaging solution

About Briar

Briar is a messaging app designed for activists, journalists, and anyone else who needs a safe, easy and robust way to communicate. Unlike traditional messaging apps, Briar doesn’t rely on a central server - messages are synchronized directly between the users’ devices. If the internet’s down, Briar can sync via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, keeping the information flowing in a crisis. If the internet’s up, Briar can sync via the Tor network, protecting users and their relationships from surveillance. Briar uses the Tor network to prevent eavesdroppers from learning which users are talking to each other. Each user’s contact list is encrypted and stored on her own device. All communication between devices is encrypted end-to-end, protecting the content from eavesdropping or tampering.

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Ratings/Reviews - 1 User Review

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 3.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5
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Company Information

Briar
briarproject.org

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Product Details

Platforms Supported
Android
Support
Online

Briar Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Briar work with?
Briar works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does Briar support in their product?
Briar supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does Briar offer?
Briar offers support via online.
Q: Does Briar have a mobile app?
Yes, Briar has a mobile app for Android.

Briar Product Features

Messaging

Voice Calling Not Supported
Video Conferencing Not Supported
End-to-End Encryption (E2EE) Not Supported
File Sharing Not Supported
Payments Not Supported
Self-Destructing Messages Not Supported
Groups / Channels Not Supported
Stickers / GIFs Not Supported
Threaded Discussion Not Supported
Search / Filter Not Supported

Briar Verified User Reviews

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  • Imran B.
    Teacher
    Used the software for: Less than 6 months
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 20,000 or More
    Design 3 out of 5 stars
    Ease 5 out of 5 stars
    Features 5 out of 5 stars
    Pricing 5 out of 5 stars
    Support 5 out of 5 stars
    Probability You Would Recommend? 10 out of 10

    "Most powerful messenger on earth"

    5 out of 5 stars Posted 2021-09-13

    Pros: Encryption policy and offgrid compatibility are the things I like most. Although this one isn't that much popular I think it is better than signal or any other high ranked applications.

    Cons: I didn't get any such things that should be considered as cons. But this application should be more user friendly and UI should be more attractive and easy. Calling support should be added.

    Overall: This is better than best. Calling support at least voice calling feature should be included. And UI design should be more polished.

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