Best Messaging Apps Encrypted

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our messaging apps encrypted list covers 248+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Messaging Apps Encrypted (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Signal - Private MessengerSignal - Private MessengerFree4.7β˜… (1.1M)NoYesAug 2026
2WhatsApp MessengerWhatsApp MessengerFree4.7β˜… (18M)YesYesAug 2026
3BabelApp - Encrypted MessagingBabelApp - Encrypted MessagingFree4.0β˜… (4)NoYesMay 2026
4BonChatBonChatFree4.8β˜… (59K)NoNoAug 2026
5Secret Message : Hide MessageSecret Message : Hide MessageFreeβ€”NoNoMay 2026
6CryptobotCryptobotFreeβ€”NoYesMay 2026
7Nuco MessengerNuco MessengerFree was $0.99β€”NoNoJul 2026
8Secret Text: Encrypt MessageSecret Text: Encrypt MessageFreeβ€”NoYesJun 2026

Top Picks for Messaging Apps Encrypted

Signal - Private Messenger#1

Signal - Private Messenger by Signal Messenger, LLC

Say β€œhello” to privacy.
Editor's Choice
🌐 Social Networking
4.7😊(1.1M ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#13in Social Networking
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This messaging app prioritizes your privacy with strong end-to-end encryption for all communications. It offers free text, voice, and video messaging, including group chats and disappearing stories, all without collecting your data.

What We Love

  • πŸ”’ Security and privacy
  • πŸ‘ Ease of use
  • πŸš€ Great call quality
  • πŸš€ Smooth and pleasant user interface

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Delayed message delivery
  • πŸ› Inconsistent image/video quality
  • πŸ› Buggy call functionality
WhatsApp Messenger#2

WhatsApp Messenger by WhatsApp Inc.

Simple. Reliable. Private.
Strong Contender
🌐 Social Networking
4.7😊(18M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#2in Social Networking
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Connect with friends and family globally through private messaging and high-quality calls. Share moments, documents, and stay in touch across devices, even on slow connections. Your conversations are secured with end-to-end encryption.

What We Love

  • πŸ’¬ Great communication tool
  • 🌍 Connects people globally
  • πŸ”’ Secure and private messaging
  • πŸ“± Versatile features (calls, video, groups)

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Bugs and glitches (freezing, crashing, notification issues)
  • πŸ”’ Privacy concerns with data sharing
  • πŸ™ˆ Lack of customization and control (status, groups)
BabelApp - Encrypted Messaging#3

BabelApp - Encrypted Messaging by OKsystem a.s.

Worth Considering
🌐 Social Networking
4.0(4 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides secure, end-to-end encrypted messaging and VoIP calling for personal and enterprise use. It allows for the secure exchange of documents and files across multiple platforms, ensuring privacy and protection from external threats.

More Messaging Apps Encrypted apps to explore

4
BonChat
BonChat
BonChat
Secure Messaging Redefined
Free

This app offers secure messaging and file sharing with state-of-the-art end-to-end encryption. It provides options for private or on-premise server deployment, advanced group management, and a user-friendly interface. Enjoy seamless cross-platform communication with full control over your data.

End-to-end encryptionPrivate/on-premise server deploymentAdvanced group management
🌐 Social Networking
(59K)
free
5
Secret Message : Hide Message
Secret Message : Hide Message
Secret Message : Hide Message
Secret Text, Photo & File
Free
πŸ“Š Productivity
(0)
6
Cryptobot
Cryptobot
Cryptobot
Share 100% Encrypted Message
Free
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
7
Nuco Messenger
Nuco Messenger
Nuco Messenger
Private, sealed messaging
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
8
Secret Text: Encrypt Message
Secret Text: Encrypt Message
Secret Text: Encrypt Message
Encrypt text for any messenger
Free
πŸ”§ Utilities
(0)
9
Air β€’ Private Messenger
Air β€’ Private Messenger
Air β€’ Private Messenger
Secure messaging for everyone.
Free
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
10
SecureT
SecureT
SecureT
Easily Encrypt and Decrypt
Free
πŸ”§ Utilities
(0)
11
P-SMS
P-SMS
P-SMS
Encrypted SMS messaging
Free
πŸ“Š Productivity
(0)
12
theSHFT - Encrypted Messaging
theSHFT - Encrypted Messaging
theSHFT - Encrypted Messaging
Secure Messaging
Free

This app offers a secure and private messaging experience disguised as a functional calculator. Messages are end-to-end encrypted and self-destruct after reading, with no data stored on servers. It prioritizes user privacy with advanced encryption protocols.

Calculator disguiseEnd-to-end encryptionSelf-destructing messages
🌐 Social Networking
(7)
free with in-app purchases
13
Secret Locker App
Secret Locker App
Secret Locker App
Store & share secrets safely
Free
$2.99 | 100% OFF
πŸ”§ Utilities
(0)
14
TopSecret Chat - OTR Messenger
TopSecret Chat - OTR Messenger
TopSecret Chat - OTR Messenger
Off-The-Record Messaging App
Free
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
15
Ocean's Wave: Private Chat
Ocean's Wave: Private Chat
Ocean's Wave: Private Chat
Encrypted voice that vanishes
Free
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
16
Viper Messenger
Viper Messenger
Viper Messenger
Secure Private Messaging
Free

A privacy-focused messenger that uses cryptographic keys for identity and offers direct peer-to-peer messaging and file sharing. It supports TON DNS for user discovery and allows for relay-assisted delivery when direct connections are not possible, all without requiring a phone number or email.

Direct peer-to-peer messagingPeer-to-peer file sharingCryptographic identity
🌐 Social Networking
(1)
free
17
iLocked - Protect your privacy
iLocked - Protect your privacy
iLocked - Protect your privacy
by Nathan Stchepinsky
Free

Encrypt and decrypt sensitive messages for secure sharing through any app. Protect your private data with strong encryption, even offline. Easily manage public keys to communicate securely with friends.

End-to-end message encryptionOffline encryption and decryptionSecure sharing via any app
πŸ”§ Utilities
(0)
free with in-app purchases
18
Layergram
Layergram
Layergram
Secret messages via any app
Free
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
19
Nullchat
Nullchat
Nullchat
Private & Encrypted Messenger
Free
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
20
MyCryptFS Mobile
MyCryptFS Mobile
MyCryptFS Mobile
by andrey sichevoy
Free
πŸ“Š Productivity
(0)

FAQ about Messaging Apps Encrypted

What are the best messaging apps encrypted for iPhone?
Signal - Private Messenger tops our messaging apps encrypted ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 1.1M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 20 of the top messaging apps encrypted we rank are free to download, including Signal - Private Messenger and WhatsApp Messenger.
Signal - Private Messenger has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ messaging apps encrypted on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app is a messaging service designed with privacy at its core. It allows users to send text messages, voice messages, photos, videos, GIFs, and files. It also supports encrypted voice and video calls, including group calls.
Key features include strong end-to-end encryption for all communications, free messaging and calls, group chats for up to 1,000 people, and disappearing Stories. It also offers admin controls for group management and file sharing.