# Snikket — Easy privacy-friendly chat app

> Privacy-friendly, open-source chat app for trusted communication networks. (iPhone/iPad app by Snikket Community Interest Company.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snikket/id1545164189 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Snikket Community Interest Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1545164192)
- Category: Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: British English, Danish, French (France), German (Germany), Indonesian, Swedish
- Released: 2021-08-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snikket/id1545164189/reviews.md

## What is Snikket?

The Snikket app allows you to join a worldwide communication network. Use the app for communicating with friends, family and colleagues without surrendering your data to large corporations.

Important Note: To get started with the app you need an invite to a Snikket service, or run your own. The app will not work unless you have an invite to join a Snikket service.

Snikket allows you to use a service provided by someone you trust. This could be an organisation, simply a techie friend or family member.

Snikket is 100% free and open-source software.

Questions? Browse our FAQ: https://snikket.org/app/faq/

## Key features

- Privacy-friendly communication
- Worldwide communication network
- Data protection
- Trusted service providers
- Open-source software

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snikket/id1545164189/reviews.md

### 5/5 — lol

*2026-06-13*

it’s very bad but it’s the best working thing u can get rn on a stupid iPhone

### 4/5 — Хороший клиент

*2025-12-29, version 1.2.1*

Неплохо бы обновлять почаще. Ну и победить уже пуш-уведомления

### 5/5 — Нужны обновления

*2025-12-13, version 1.2.1*

Не забрасывайте разработку

### 2/5 — Buggy

*2025-06-03*

It’s clear that not much effort was put into this app. No way to tell if you missed a call or voicemail was left, etc. Some inbound calls don’t even come through at all. If you’re a JMP user, Cheogram for Android is literally the only client that works. There are no apps on the iPhone (including this one) that’ll give you an even remotely reliable experience.

### 5/5 — Useful for travellers

*2024-02-22*

Gotta love open source software

### 1/5 — Нет русского языка

*2024-02-12, version 1.2*

Добавьте язык русский

### 5/5 — Good app

*2023-11-11, version 1.2*

Хороший jabber клиент, Русский язык бы добавили, да и давно обновлений нет! Хотелось почаще видеть адекватные обновления.

### 1/5 — Fix the app

*2022-10-20*

There are so many issues I have with this and the notifications are buggy and the app is slow.

### 3/5 — No Delete option

*2022-05-30*

Please add an auto delete (such as 3 day) option.

### 4/5 — Unread messages and missed calls

*2022-03-23*

Would be nice if it were more obvious which messages haven’t been opened yet. Also, there doesn’t seem to be any indication when you’ve missed a call.

## Frequently asked questions about Snikket

### Does Snikket have ads?

No, Snikket is 100% free and open-source software and does not contain advertisements.

### How do I get started with Snikket?

To use Snikket, you need an invite to a Snikket service. You can join a service provided by someone you trust, or run your own.

### What devices does Snikket support?

Snikket is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### Is Snikket suitable for children?

Snikket has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users. The app focuses on secure communication for all ages.

### How often is Snikket updated?

The latest version of Snikket is 1.2.4, last updated on February 26, 2026. Updates ensure the app remains secure and functional.

### What is the user sentiment for Snikket?

Snikket has a rating of 3.6 stars from 18 ratings, indicating a generally positive but mixed user reception.

### Can I use Snikket without an invite?

No, the Snikket app will not work unless you have an invite to join a Snikket service. This is a core requirement for its operation.

### What makes Snikket privacy-friendly?

Snikket allows you to communicate without surrendering your data to large corporations. It focuses on providing a secure and private communication channel.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.5 — 2026-08-16

Fix for connecting to instances with TLS 1.3 ("modern") profile enabled. Also updates WebRTC and fixes the app continuing to ring when a caller hangs up.

### 1.2.4 — 2026-02-26

This release improves the experience on devices running iOS 26 or later.

### 1.2.3 — 2026-02-19

This version contains important updates to ensure connection reliability.

### 1.2.1 — 2024-02-28

This version brings many improvements and fixes, including responsive text size and more reliable end-to-end encryption in groups.

### 1.2 — 2022-03-22

New features:

- Audio calls now use the earpiece by default, with an option to switch to speaker mode
- You can now send and receive locations with contacts
- Support for *styling* to add more _emphasis_ to your chats
- Detect and select a default telephony provider (compatible with JMP.chat/Cheogram)

In addition to the new features, we've made many small but important user interface improvements throughout the app. Some of the more notable fixes and improvements:

- Improved default pictures for contacts and groups
- The notification count badge on the home screen is more reliable
- Your display name is now synchronized if you have multiple devices
- The message input area is now scrollable, handy if you are writing a long message
- Fixed some glitches that occur on iOS 15

We have also begun adding support for non-English languages to the app. Hurra!

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