Olvid

What is Olvid?

Olvid is a private and secure end-to-end encrypted instant messaging application that does not require a phone number or personal data to use.

Key Features

• End-to-End Encryption:

  • All communications are end-to-end encrypted.

  • This includes messages, calls, and file transfers.

  • Encryption keys are generated and stored on the user's device only.

• Decentralized Architecture:

  • Olvid does not rely on a central server for key management.

  • Users establish direct cryptographic trust relationships.

  • This minimizes points of attack.

• No Phone Number or Email Required:

  • Registration does not require personal identifiers like phone numbers or email addresses.

  • Users are identified by unique Olvid IDs.

• Metadata Protection:

  • Olvid aims to minimize metadata collection.

  • Information about who communicates with whom is limited.

• Source Code Auditability:

  • The source code is publicly available for review.

  • This allows for independent security audits.

• Cross-Platform Availability:

  • Olvid is available on various operating systems.

  • This includes iOS and Android.