Put Matrix where it belongs, since it isn't a P2P messenger (#155)

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**[Signal](https://signal.org/)** | Probably one of the most popular, secure private messaging apps that combines strong encryption (see [Signal Protocol](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Signal_Protocol)) with a simple UI and plenty of features. It's widely used across the world, and easy-to-use, functioning similar to WhatsApp - with instant messaging, read-receipts, support for media attachments and allows for high-quality voice and video calls. It's cross-platform, open-source and totally free. Signal is [recommended](https://twitter.com/Snowden/status/661313394906161152) by Edward Snowden, and is a perfect solution for most users
**[Session](https://getsession.org)** | Session is a fork of Signal, however unlike Signal it does not require a mobile number (or any other personal data) to register, instead each user is identified by a public key. It is also decentralized, with servers being run by the community though [Loki Net](https://loki.network), messages are encrypted and routed through several of these nodes. All communications are E2E encrypted, and there is no meta data.
**[XMPP](https://xmpp.org/)** | XMPP, also known as Jabber, is an open standard for decentralized messaging that has been widely used for decades. It has actually been the basis upon which WhatsApp, Facebook's Chat and Google's Talk were built, but these companies (eventually) chose to remove the interoperability with other servers. Prominent XMPP clients support [OMEMO end-to-end encryption](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OMEMO), which is based on the [Double Ratchet Algorithm](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Double_Ratchet_Algorithm) that is used in Signal. For more hands-on information and to register an account you can visit [JoinJabber](https://joinjabber.org). Below you can find a list of OMEMO-enabled clients for all the major platforms.<br><br><table><thead><tr><th>Program</th><th>Linux</th><th>MacOS</th><th>Windows</th><th>Android</th><th>iOS</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://gajim.org">Gajim</a> (<a href="https://gajim.org/download/#install-instructions">OMEMO plugin</a>)</td><td></td><td><a href="https://dev.gajim.org/gajim/gajim/-/wikis/help/Gajim-on-macOS">~</a></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://dino.im">Dino</a></td><td></td><td></td><td><a href="https://github.com/LAGonauta/dino/releases"></a></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://conversations.im">Conversations</a> / <a href="https://blabber.im">Blabber</a></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://monal-im.org">Monal IM</a></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://beagle.im">Beagle IM</a> / <a href="https://siskin.im">Siskin IM</a></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>
**[Matrix](https://matrix.org)** | Matrix is a decentralized open network for secure communications, with E2E encryption with Olm and Megolm. Along with the [Element](https://element.io/) client, it supports VOIP + video calling and IM + group chats. Since Matrix has an open specification and Simple pragmatic RESTful HTTP/JSON API it makes it easy to integrates with existing 3rd party IDs to authenticate and discover users, as well as to build apps on top of it.
#### Other Notable Mentions
Other private, encrypted and open source messaging apps include: [Surespot](https://www.surespot.me), [Chat Secure](https://chatsecure.org/) (iOS only) and [Status](https://status.im/). Note that [Tor Messenger](https://blog.torproject.org/category/tags/tor-messenger)s been removed from the list, since development has halted.
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| Provider | Description |
| --- | --- |
**[Matrix](https://matrix.org)** + **[Element](https://element.io/)** client | Matrix is a decentralized open network for secure communications, with E2E encryption with Olm and Megolm. Along with the Element client, it supports VOIP + video calling and IM + group chats. Since Matrix has an open specification and Simple pragmatic RESTful HTTP/JSON API it makes it easy to integrates with existing 3rd party IDs to authenticate and discover users, as well as to build apps on top of it.
**[Session](https://getsession.org)** + **[LokiNet](https://loki.network)** client | Loki is an open source set of tools that allow users to transact and communicate anonymously and privately, through a decentralised, encrypted, onion-based network. Session is a desktop and mobile app that uses these private routing protocols to secure messages, media and metadata.
**[Briar](https://briarproject.org)** | Tor-based Android app for P2P encrypted messaging and forums. Where content is stored securely on your device (not in the cloud). It also allows you to connect directly with nearby contacts, without internet access (using Bluetooth or WiFi).
**[Ricochet Refresh](https://www.ricochetrefresh.net)** | Desktop instant messenger, that uses the Tor network to rendezvous with your contacts without revealing your identity, location/ IP or meta data. There are no servers to monitor, censor, or hack so Ricochet is secure, automatic and easy to use.