bluebubbles ☆
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Description:
Server for forwarding iMessages
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.9.9@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @bluebubbles_app  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: imessage cross-platform server messaging privacy
Install: brew install --cask bluebubbles
About:
BlueBubbles is a self-hosted server application that bridges the gap between iMessage and other platforms. It allows users to send and receive iMessages from non-Apple devices like Windows, Linux, and Android by relaying messages through a Mac server. Its main value proposition is providing cross-platform iMessage access without compromising on security or privacy.
Key Features:
  • Cross-platform client support (Windows, Linux, Android, Web)
  • End-to-end encryption and self-hosted privacy
  • Rich media sharing and group chat capabilities
  • iMessage-specific features like reactions and tapbacks
Use Cases:
  • Accessing iMessage from a Windows or Linux computer
  • Using iMessage on an Android phone
  • Maintaining message privacy with a self-hosted server
Alternatives:
  • AirMessage – Similar functionality, but BlueBubbles is often preferred for its open-source nature and more robust feature set.
  • Beeper – Beeper aggregates many chat networks, while BlueBubbles focuses exclusively on iMessage bridging.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 30, 2025 12:02pm 1.9.9 0 VERSION_BUMP 0d252111
Aug 5, 2025 2:16pm 1.9.9 0 VERSION_BUMP f878bf28
Jul 9, 2024 3:41pm 1.9.7 0 VERSION_BUMP 54574565
Jan 10, 2024 6:51pm 1.9.4 0 VERSION_BUMP 528705dc
Dec 24, 2023 9:24am 1.9.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 9c677338
Nov 7, 2023 11:37am 1.9.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 2068dcaa
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