Features
Everything you need for secure, private communication. No compromises, no backdoors, no corporate surveillance.
🔒 Security & Privacy
End-to-End Encryption
Military-grade encryption using the Signal Protocol. Your messages are encrypted on your device and can only be decrypted by the intended recipient.
- AES-256 encryption
- Perfect forward secrecy
- Double ratchet algorithm
- Encrypted metadata
No Phone Number
Sign up with just a username. Your phone number stays private and isn't tied to your account in any way.
- Username-based accounts
- No SIM card required
- No phone number verification
- True anonymity option
Zero Knowledge Architecture
We can't read your messages even if we wanted to. Your encryption keys are generated and stored only on your devices.
- Client-side key generation
- No server-side decryption
- Encrypted backups
- No data mining
Independently Audited
Our code and cryptography have been audited by leading security firms to ensure the highest standards.
- Annual security audits
- Public audit reports
- Bug bounty program
- Transparent disclosure
Disappearing Messages
Set messages to automatically delete after a specified time, leaving no trace on either device.
- Customizable timers
- Screenshot notifications
- View-once media
- Encrypted deletion
Advanced Security
Additional layers of security to protect against sophisticated attacks and ensure your privacy.
- Screen security
- App lock with biometrics
- Incognito keyboard
- Safety number verification
💬 Communication
Rich Messaging
Send text, voice, video, files, and more with full encryption. Everything you need to communicate effectively.
- Voice messages
- Video messages
- File sharing (up to 1GB)
- Location sharing
- Stickers & GIFs
Voice & Video Calls
Crystal-clear encrypted calls with no compromises. All voice and video calls are end-to-end encrypted.
- HD voice calls
- HD video calls
- Group calls (up to 8)
- Low data mode
Groups & Channels
Create encrypted groups and broadcast channels to communicate with many people at once.
- Groups up to 1,000 members
- Admin controls
- Broadcast channels
- Group calls
Rich Text & Formatting
Express yourself with formatting, mentions, replies, and reactions.
- Bold, italic, strikethrough
- Code blocks
- @mentions
- Message reactions
🌐 Platform & Openness
Cross-Platform
Available on all your devices with seamless synchronization.
- iOS & Android apps
- Desktop (Windows, Mac, Linux)
- Web application
- Synchronized messaging
Open Source
Our code is fully open source and auditable by anyone. Security through transparency.
- 100% open source
- Public GitHub repository
- Community contributions
- Reproducible builds
Self-Hosting
Run your own Frequency server for complete control over your data and infrastructure.
- Full server source code
- Docker deployment
- Detailed documentation
- Federation support
Fast & Reliable
Optimized performance without sacrificing security or privacy.
- Instant message delivery
- Low bandwidth usage
- Offline message queue
- 99.9% uptime
📊 How We Compare
| Feature | Frequency | Telegram | Signal | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| End-to-End Encryption | ✓ All messages | ✓ All messages | ✗ Optional only | ✓ All messages |
| No Phone Number Required | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Open Source | ✓ Fully | ✗ No | ✗ Client only | ✓ Fully |
| Self-Hosting | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| No Metadata Collection | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✓ Minimal |
| Corporate Ownership | ✓ Independent | ✗ Meta | ✗ Durov | ✓ Non-profit |
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