# Minds Chat — Chat securely with friends

> Secure, decentralized messenger and collaboration tool with end-to-end encryption. (iPhone/iPad app by MINDS.ORG, INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minds-chat/id1562887434 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MINDS.ORG, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/961771927)
- Category: Social Networking, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 26 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 12.1 · 158 MB
- Languages: American English, Albanian, Basque, Bulgarian, Catalan, Central Atlas Tamazight, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Esperanto and 33 more
- Released: 2021-05-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minds-chat/id1562887434/reviews.md

## What is Minds Chat?

Minds Chat is both a secure messenger and a team collaboration app that is ideal for group chats while remote working. This chat app uses end-to-end encryption to provide powerful video conferencing, file sharing and voice calls. It is integrated directly with Minds, an open source social networking application.


Minds Chat's features include:

- Advanced online communication tools

- Fully encrypted messages to allow safer corporate communication, even for remote workers

- Decentralized chat based on the Matrix open source framework

- Secure file sharing with encrypted data while managing projects

- Group Video chat with voice over IP and screen sharing

- Easy integration with your favorite online collaboration tools, project management tools, VoIP services and other team messaging apps


Minds Chat is different from other messaging and collaboration apps. It operates on Matrix, an open network for secure and decentralized communication. It allows self-hosting to give users maximum ownership and control of their data and messages.


Privacy and encrypted messaging:

Minds Chat protects you from unwanted ads, data mining and walled gardens. It also secures all your data, one-to-one video chats and voice communication through end-to-end encryption and cross-signed device verification.


Minds Chat gives you control over your privacy while allowing you to communicate securely with anyone on the Matrix network, or other business collaboration tools by integrating with productivity apps such as Slack.


Minds Chat can be self-hosted:

To allow more control of your sensitive data and conversations, Minds Chat can be self-hosted or you can choose any Matrix-based host - the standard for open source, decentralized communication. Minds Chat gives you privacy, security compliance and integration flexibility.


Own your data:

You decide where to keep your data and messages. Without the risk of data mining or access from third parties.


Open messaging and collaboration:

You can chat with anyone on the Matrix network, whether they’re using Minds Chat, Element, another Matrix app or even if they are using a different messaging app.


Super secure:

Real end-to-end encryption (only those in the conversation can decrypt messages), and cross-signed device verification.


Complete communication and integration:

Messaging, voice and video calls, file sharing, screen sharing and a whole bunch of integrations, bots and widgets. Build rooms, communities, stay in touch and get things done.


Pick up where you left off:

Stay in touch wherever you are with fully synchronised message history across all your devices and on the web at https://chat.minds.com.

## Key features

- End-to-end encryption
- Video conferencing
- File sharing
- Voice calls
- Decentralized communication
- Self-hosting option
- Integration with collaboration tools

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minds-chat/id1562887434/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Broken

*2024-09-14*

Unresolvable login and verification issues.

### 1/5 — It has gone downhill

*2024-04-16*

I started out loving this app, in theory the best chat out there, but then they stopped doing updates for iPhones and it does not work right anymore.  I can’t tell different chat rooms apart, it has a bunch of decrypting errors and just stopped being good.

### 5/5 — Support free speech

*2023-05-28*

Exactly wat the app says it is ….  Gotta push this app out there

### 4/5 — Good app

*2021-12-22*

This seems to be good but there has to be an easier way of updating something like date of birth

**Developer response:** Hey, if you need help with the app, you can reach out to us at info@minds.com and we'll look into it.

Is your issue with Minds Chat or Minds itself? (as this review is on Minds Chat, which is separate from Minds).

Thank you for review
-Bashy

### 4/5 — Add a video from my phone

*2021-12-06*

How to add a video to minds from my phone!

**Developer response:** Hi, if you are having upload issues, please let us know at info@minds.com and we'll look into it. Is your issue with Minds Chat or Minds itself? (as this review is on Minds Chat, which is separate from Minds). Thank you for review -Bashy

### 5/5 — Best of both worlds…

*2021-11-16*

Minds dedication to freedom of speech and data privacy is well-known. Matrix is fast becoming the de facto standard for decentralized and encrypted communication. Minds could have continued to invest in their own walled chat functionality of their platform. Instead, they did a power move and brought the [matrix] protocol and Element chat app into their ecosystem. It’s social media messaging meets email level interoperability.  This is a move that is more game changing and impactful then Facebook buying WhatsApp. Walled gardens aren’t going up, they’re coming down. I hope researchers for big tech corporations and other independent platforms are observing and learning from the success of Minds and [matrix]. There are no losses here, only wins.

**Developer response:** Thank you very much for your feedback! We are glad you enjoy Minds Chat! -Bashy

### 5/5 — Nice app

*2021-09-23*

Given is element fork, is just as good as element (obviously). 
Few things shuffled around, few less icons at the bottom menu makes for cleaner UI imo. 

Auto login (using browser) fixed now aka don’t need uninstall minds app before logging in, but that was the case with element too so... both fixed.

Those who don’t know what minds is. Just a reminder you will need to have active minds com account- as there’s no way to log in with password (aka you must be logged into minds account already before logging into minds chat) 

I sill recommend to try not

**Developer response:** Thank you very much for your review! We are glad you like it -Bashy

### 5/5 — Best chat app around

*2021-06-17*

Better than Telegram & Facebook chat!

**Developer response:** Thank you very much for your feedback! -Bashy

### 1/5 — Constant Crasher

*2021-05-15*

Forget it ✅

**Developer response:** Hi, we are sorry for your negative experience. Have you tried the newest version? Thank you for your feedback -Bashy

### 5/5 — Nice

*2021-05-08*

I like it! Thanks!

**Developer response:** Thank you very much for your feedback! -Bashy

## Frequently asked questions about Minds Chat

### What is Minds Chat?

Minds Chat is a secure messenger and team collaboration app that offers end-to-end encryption for messages, video calls, and file sharing. It is built on the Matrix open source framework for decentralized communication.

### Is Minds Chat free to use?

Yes, Minds Chat is available for free. It is a free application with no in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing users to communicate securely without cost.

### Does Minds Chat have ads?

No, Minds Chat does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to protect users from unwanted ads and data mining, providing a clean communication experience.

### What devices is Minds Chat available on?

Minds Chat is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It also offers web access for synchronized message history across all platforms.

### How secure is Minds Chat?

Minds Chat uses real end-to-end encryption, meaning only participants in a conversation can decrypt messages. It also features cross-signed device verification for enhanced security.

### Can I self-host Minds Chat?

Yes, Minds Chat can be self-hosted, giving users maximum ownership and control over their data and conversations. Alternatively, you can choose any Matrix-based host.

### How often is Minds Chat updated?

The latest version of Minds Chat is 1.8.12, which was last updated on May 4, 2022. Updates ensure the app remains reliable and secure.

### What is the age rating for Minds Chat?

Minds Chat has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the nature of communication and collaboration features that may be more suited for adult users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.12 — 2022-05-04

Improvements and bug fixing

### 1.6.6 — 2021-11-15

Improvements and bug fixes

### 1.5.2 — 2021-09-25

Improvements and bug fixing

### 1.4.4 — 2021-07-16

Improvements and bug fixes

### 1.3.7 — 2021-05-20

Improvements and bug fixing

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