Arattai Messenger

Arattai Messenger

Secure messaging app by Zoho

1.8K ratings
331 reviews
Free

Details

Released
November 19, 2020
Updated
October 20, 2026

Features

Background Location Access

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This secure messaging app facilitates everyday conversations with family and friends, prioritizing privacy and trust. It offers features like end-to-end encryption, direct and group chats, stories, channels, live location sharing, and video meetings. User data is securely stored and never sold, with no advertisements.

✓End-to-end encrypted chats
✓Direct and group messaging
✓Stories for sharing moments
✓Channels for interests
✓Live location sharing
✓Video meetings
✓Chat backup
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What users say about Arattai Messenger

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What's New in Arattai Messenger

1.18.2

October 20, 2026

Twice as Fast Arattai now launches more than 2x faster. Blink and you’ll miss it. Delivered, and You’ll Know It Double grey ticks now tell you when your messages have landed. Mini Apps, Right Where You Need Them Mini apps now sit right below the chat input, just a tap away. Second Thoughts? Take Your Time You can now delete channel messages up to 30 days after sending. Hello, Mappls Open shared locations in Mappls MapmyIndia Maps, alongside Google Maps and Apple Maps. Moving Chats, Minus the Stress Transferring your chats is now simpler and easier to follow. Stories Stay in Sight The story ring now sticks around in your chat list, even after you’ve watched them all. Also, a fresh new launch screen, plus a bunch of under-the-hood polish to keep things smooth.

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User reviews

Really smooth UI

Lot of improvement in UI can be seen. It is way better than others in certain aspect. Highly recommend this app.

Feedback

It’s been a few days since I started using Arattai. I don’t have any major complaints so far. The only feature I feel is missing is a dedicated Links section within individual chats, which would make it much easier to find shared URLs.

Response from developer

Thanks for sharing your feedback! We’re glad your experience with Arattai has been smooth so far. We’ve noted your request for a dedicated Links section within individual chats and will consider it for future improvements 💛

Need Carplay - Works good, remove few issues and it can be great

Please add Carplay and Android auto support.
Things to work on so I can refer it to others (vs wa):
1. Call quality- its very good but little less than wa, probably an engineer to refactor the code for efficiency and throughput can solve it.
2. following from 1 If network changes then reconnecting takes longer time(vs wa) maybe due to reestablishing e2e?
3. Media upload and share is slow.
4. App fonts and UI need to add engaging placement of elements and fonts etc, it’s functional but not appealing.
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Good start but needs to be improved

Needs improvement especially with respect to media downloading and sharing experience. It’s not at par with WhatsApp. Happy it’s Indian and trying to get others on it but these things need to be improved

Response from developer

Thanks for the honest feedback and support! We’ve noted your suggestions around improving the media downloading and sharing experience, and we’ll continue working to make it smoother and more reliable. We truly appreciate you encouraging others to try Arattai 💛

revised review: Works good, remove few kinks and it can be great

originally had a problem in it jot getting sign in otp overseas but it seems to be fixed now. With wa crossing all limits of user privacy this app needs to succeed. Things to work on so I can refer it to others (vs wa):
1. Call quality- its very good but little less than wa, probably an engineer to refactor the code for efficiency and throughput can solve it.
2. following from 1 If network changes then reconnecting takes longer time(vs wa) maybe due to reestablishing e2e?
3. Media upload and share is slow.
4. App fonts and UI need to add engaging placement of elements and fonts etc, it’s functional but not appealing.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Unable to verify phone numbers in some regions

Bug

Syncing issues with contacts

Bug

Inconsistent behavior on iOS devices

Bug

Delayed message delivery

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add end-to-end encryption for messages

Feature

Improve contact management and sync

Feature

Implement group call feature

Feature

Add more customization options

Feature

Integrate with other Zoho services

Feature

FAQ

What is Arattai Messenger?

Arattai Messenger is a secure instant messaging application designed for everyday conversations with family and friends. It prioritizes user privacy with end-to-end encryption and ensures that conversations are not stored on servers. The app offers various features for communication and sharing.

What are the key features of Arattai Messenger?

Key features include end-to-end encrypted one-to-one chats, group chats, stories for sharing moments, channels for following interests, live location sharing, video meetings for large groups, and secure chat backup. The app is designed for simplicity and comfort of use.

Is Arattai Messenger free to use?

Yes, Arattai Messenger is a free application. It does not have any advertisements and does not sell user data, ensuring a private and uninterrupted messaging experience for all users.

How does Arattai Messenger ensure user privacy?

Privacy is a core design principle. It features end-to-end encryption for all one-to-one chats, meaning only the sender and receiver can read messages. Encrypted messages are not stored on servers, and user data is securely stored on servers located in India, with no selling of user data.

Who is the target audience for Arattai Messenger?

This app is for anyone who wants to stay connected with their family and friends through private and secure messaging. It's ideal for users who value privacy, trust, and meaningful connections in their digital communications.