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A privacy-first messaging app with end-to-end encryption for calls, texts, and group chats.
Signal is a free, open-source messaging app focused on privacy. All messages, calls, and media are end-to-end encrypted by default, and the app collects almost no metadata, which makes it the most private mainstream messenger available.
Key Features
- End-to-end encrypted messaging by default
- Free and open source, run by a non-profit
- Voice and video calls, group chats
- Disappearing messages and screen security
- No ads, no tracking, minimal metadata
- Available on phone and desktop
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Signal is free, with no ads, no premium tier, and no tracking. |
Prices as listed in 2026 research. Always check the official site for the latest price — plans change. Free plan: Yes — it has a free plan.
Best for: anyone who wants private, encrypted messaging with no ads or tracking.
Popular with: Business Owners, Students
Popular with: Business Owners, Students
How it works
Signal offers the features you expect from a messaging app: text, voice and video calls, group chats, disappearing messages, and stickers, all encrypted. It is run by a non-profit foundation, funded by donations, with no ads or tracking.
Signal is completely free, with no premium tier or ads. It suits anyone who wants private messaging, and it is widely recommended by security experts and journalists.
Pros and Cons
✓ Pros
- Strongest privacy of any mainstream messenger
- Completely free, no premium tier
- Open source and independently audited
- Simple and reliable
✗ Cons
- Smaller user base than WhatsApp
- Fewer fun features and bots
- Needs a phone number to sign up
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Signal free?
Yes — Signal has a free plan. Free
What is Signal best for?
anyone who wants private, encrypted messaging with no ads or tracking.
What kind of tool is Signal?
Signal is a Business Tools tool on VerlumoAI.
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View detailsLast reviewed: November 2026