threema@beta
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Description:
End-to-end encrypted instant messaging application
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.0-beta59@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @threema_ch  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: messaging privacy encryption communication security
Install: brew install --cask threema@beta
About:
Threema is a privacy-focused instant messaging application that ensures all communication, including text, voice, and media, is end-to-end encrypted. Unlike many competitors, it operates on a paid model without requiring a phone number or email for registration, maximizing user anonymity. The application is developed and hosted in Switzerland, adhering to strict data protection laws.
Key Features:
  • End-to-end encryption for all messages and calls
  • No phone number or email required for registration
  • Swiss-based servers and development
  • Open source cryptography
  • Anonymous usage
Use Cases:
  • Secure business communication
  • Private personal messaging without data tracking
  • Anonymous contact with service providers
Alternatives:
  • Signal – Threema is paid and does not require a phone number, whereas Signal is free and uses phone number registration.
  • WhatsApp – Threema is independent and privacy-centric, while WhatsApp is owned by Meta and collects more metadata.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 1:06pm 2.0-beta55 0 VERSION_BUMP 82caf3f8
Sep 10, 2025 1:52pm 2.0-beta55 0 VERSION_BUMP 3e955fc7
Aug 4, 2025 1:16pm 2.0-beta54 0 VERSION_BUMP cff61ad6
Jul 29, 2024 5:54pm 2.0-beta39 0 VERSION_BUMP 090ffb86