qtox ☆
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Description:
Instant messaging and video conferencing app
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.17.6@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @qtox  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: messaging video-conferencing privacy encryption p2p
Install: brew install --cask qtox
About:
qTox is a secure, peer-to-peer instant messaging and video conferencing application that prioritizes user privacy. It offers end-to-end encryption for all communications, including text, voice, and video, without relying on central servers. The platform is part of the Tox protocol ecosystem, ensuring decentralized and censorship-resistant communication.
Key Features:
  • End-to-end encrypted messaging, audio, and video calls
  • Peer-to-peer architecture with no central servers
  • Screen sharing and file transfer capabilities
  • Open-source and cross-platform
  • Group chat support
Use Cases:
  • Secure private messaging for individuals and teams
  • Encrypted video conferencing for sensitive discussions
Alternatives:
  • Signal – Centralized server architecture but strong encryption
  • Telegram – Cloud-based with optional E2E encryption in secret chats
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 5, 2025 2:22pm 1.17.6 0 VERSION_BUMP 1a4a1b13
Jul 2, 2024 11:08pm 1.17.6 0 VERSION_BUMP 46d2583d
Feb 13, 2024 7:50pm 1.17.6 0 VERSION_BUMP 5ccdbdbf
Jan 9, 2023 10:06pm 1.17.6 0 VERSION_BUMP e0d070c6
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