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Telegram
Telegram is one of the most secure messaging apps you can use without a phone number. You will, however, need to register with your phone number. After registration, you can create a username and share it with people you want to add on the app. Telegram allows you to hide your phone number from your contacts, thereby offering maximum privacy. You can send texts, images, videos, and documents on Telegram. It also hosts a large number of groups that you can join without revealing your phone number.
Skype
One of the oldest messaging apps out there, Skype was primarily designed to make video calls. All you need is an email ID to sign up for Skype. Once you’ve created your profile, you can add a username. Skype gives you the option to add your phone number and sync your contacts to find and add people you know. If you do not wish to add your phone number, other Skype users can find you by searching for your username. Although it was primarily designed for making calls, Skype also offers instant messaging and photo sharing on its platform.
Discord
Discord started out as a chat and voice call service for online gamers. Its fast servers and ability to hold channels with hundreds of users in them make it the ideal app for instant communication. Since it was designed to host online gaming communities, Discord prioritises your privacy over everything else. You do not need a phone number to sign up for Discord. All you need is an email ID, which will then be hidden from everyone else on the app. Upon signing up, you will be made to create a username and a permanent number tag will be assigned to you. The messaging experience on Discord is unparalleled. You can join a server with other users, or add people to your contact list for direct messaging. Public servers can be customised and regulated with the help of bots, making Discord extremely fun to use.
Kik
Much like other apps on this list, Kik offers direct messaging as well as public groups. You only need an email address to sign up for Kik. Upon signing up, you’ll have to create a unique username before you begin using the app. Your email address is kept private and is not shared with anyone. Kik lets you send messages, pictures, videos, and gifs to your contacts. It does not have the option to send documents yet. You can add other users by searching for their username, or you can sync your contacts on Kik to find people you know.
Facebook Messenger
Facebook Messenger may be the last entry on this list, but it is used by over a billion people worldwide. Facebook Messenger does not make your phone number public if you’ve hidden it on your profile. You can use Facebook Messenger to connect with anyone on Facebook and send texts, images, gifs, and videos. It also gives you the option to make voice and video calls. Read Also: How to download an image or video from WhatsApp status using an Android device? While most of these apps are pretty secure, only a few (like Telegram) offer end-to-end encryption. It is advised to go through the basic privacy and security features of every app before you decide to use it. If you’re looking for messaging apps that work without a phone number for your business, you can try Google Hangouts, Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and more. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.
