Best Viber Alternatives
The top-ranked Viber alternative is WhatsApp (Free). The best free option is Signal.
Viber is a cross-platform messaging and VoIP app offering calls, texts, and group chats. People look for alternatives due to privacy concerns, ad experiences, or a desire for stronger encryption and larger user bases in their region.
1Widely used messaging app with end-to-end encrypted chats and calls.
2Privacy-focused messenger with encrypted voice and video calls.
3Cloud-based messaging app known for speed, bots, and large groups.
Meta's messaging app integrated with Facebook for chats and calls.
All-in-one messaging, social, and payment app popular in China.
Messaging app with calls, stickers, and services popular in Asia.
Long-standing video and voice calling app for personal use.
Voice, video, and chat platform popular for communities and groups.
Threema
PaidPrivacy-first messenger requiring no phone number or email.
Wire
FreemiumSecure, end-to-end encrypted collaboration and messaging platform.
Google Messages
FreeGoogle's default SMS and RCS messaging app for Android.
Element
FreemiumDecentralized, secure messenger built on the open Matrix protocol.
Viber alternatives: FAQ
What is the best alternative to Viber?
WhatsApp is ranked first on this list (Free). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.
What is the best free alternative to Viber?
The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram.
Which Viber alternatives work on Mac?
WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram and Facebook Messenger run on macOS.
Which Viber alternatives work on Linux?
Signal, Telegram, Skype and Discord run on Linux.
Are there Viber alternatives for Android?
Yes: WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram and Facebook Messenger have Android apps.
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