Waves - Dark Mesh Chat
Offline Mesh Chat · Encrypted
About
Communicate directly with nearby devices using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Direct, creating a private mesh network without internet or servers. Ideal for events or areas with no service, offering end-to-end encrypted chats and file sharing.
What's New in Waves
1.0.8
March 26, 2026
Developer apps
FAQ
How does Waves work without internet?
Waves utilizes Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Direct to connect your phone directly to nearby devices. These devices then form a mesh network, allowing messages to hop from one phone to another, extending the communication range without relying on cell towers or Wi-Fi.
Is Waves secure for private conversations?
Yes, Waves offers end-to-end encryption for all private messages using advanced cryptography (Curve25519 + ChaChaPoly). It also requires no accounts, phone numbers, or emails, and messages are not stored on any servers, enhancing privacy.
What is the range of Waves?
The range of Waves depends on the proximity of connected devices. Messages can extend across crowds, campuses, or festivals as they hop from device to device, effectively creating a larger network than a single device's direct connection.
Can I share photos and voice messages with Waves?
Yes, Waves supports sharing photos directly through the mesh network. You can also send voice messages using a push-to-talk feature, making communication versatile even when offline.
Does Waves have ads?
No, Waves is ad-free. The app is designed with privacy in mind and explicitly states it has no analytics, tracking, or advertisements.
What devices are supported by Waves?
Currently, Waves is supported on iPhones. The AR Radar feature, which shows direction and distance to people, requires iPhone 11 or newer due to UWB technology.
How often is Waves updated?
The latest version of Waves is 1.0.8, and it was last updated on March 26, 2026. This indicates recent development activity.
What is the age rating for Waves?
Waves has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the nature of direct peer-to-peer communication and the potential for unmoderated content in a social networking context.
