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Tox is described as open-source software you can download and use without a vendor subscription.
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- Tox is described as open-source software you can download and use without a vendor subscription.
Tox
● Identity checkedMessaging · Vendor site 2026-10-04
Tox is a peer-to-peer instant messaging protocol and reference clients that encrypt conversations without relying on central servers for relaying messages. The official tox.chat site introduces the project as open-source secure chat software distributed across user devices rather than a hosted messaging SaaS.
- Category
- Messaging
- Free access
- Tox is described as open-source software you can download and use without a vendor subscription.
- API access
- Not confirmed
Is Tox right for you?
A good fit for
Users who want decentralized encrypted chat, voice, and video through community-maintained Tox clients.
Before you choose
You choose and update client apps yourself; there is no official centralized account service or cloud history backup from tox.chat.
Decentralized secure chat
Tox provides a P2P messaging stack and client ecosystem aimed at private conversations without routing everything through a single provider.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peer-to-peer | Homepage title and copy present Tox as a new kind of instant messaging without classic server reliance. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Open source | Meta description references open-source secure messaging. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Encryption | Marketing emphasizes encrypted communications across the distributed network. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
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Tox pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tox used for?
Tox is a peer-to-peer instant messaging protocol and reference clients that encrypt conversations without relying on central servers for relaying messages. The official tox.chat site introduces the project as open-source secure chat software distributed across user devices rather than a hosted messaging SaaS.
Does Tox have a free plan?
Tox is described as open-source software you can download and use without a vendor subscription.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Tox cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Tox through an API?
Not confirmed. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
You choose and update client apps yourself; there is no official centralized account service or cloud history backup from tox.chat.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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