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FluffyChat
What FluffyChat is
FluffyChat is a free, ad-free messaging app built on the Matrix protocol. It runs on Android, iOS, Linux, and the web, and supports private and group chats with text, voice messages, pictures, videos, and location sharing. Users can also create polls, use custom stickers and spaces, and join public chats that can include tens of thousands of participants. Multi-device support and moderation tools are included.
The app supports direct calls and video conferences with Matrix RTC-compatible encryption. End-to-end encryption is enabled by default for private chats, and FluffyChat uses Vodozemac. It caches server data in a local database and attempts to encrypt that data with SQLCipher, storing the encryption key in device secure storage. Push notifications work through Firebase Cloud Messaging and UnifiedPush.
FluffyChat is a Matrix client, so it does not host or manage messaging servers; the selected server’s data protection terms apply. It is compatible with other Matrix clients, including Element, Nheko, Cinny, and NeoChat. Error reporting is optional and requires users to submit an opened GitHub form. Users can report inappropriate messages or people to a server administrator, while server-side moderation and deletion are outside FluffyChat’s control.
Who it suits
FluffyChat suits people looking for a free, ad-free alternative to centralized messaging apps, with support for private and group chats, calls, and multiple devices. It may also fit people who want to use Matrix alongside clients such as Element, Nheko, Cinny, or NeoChat.
What it does well
- Free plan costs nothing, with no ads.
- Available on Android, iOS, Linux, and the web.
- Supports private and group messages, media, and location sharing.
- Private chats have end-to-end encryption enabled by default.
- Supports direct calls and video conferences.
- Compatible with Element, Nheko, Cinny, and NeoChat.
What to know first
- FluffyChat does not host or manage messaging servers.
- Server data protection terms depend on the selected server.
- FluffyChat cannot enforce moderation or deletion on servers.
- Default end-to-end encryption is stated for private chats.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free for everyone · No ads | Free |
As fluffychat.im lists them, read 7 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit the FluffyChat website.
- Choose Android, iOS, Linux, or web as your platform.
- Use the free plan, which is free for everyone and has no ads.
- Connect through a Matrix server; its data protection terms apply.
Verdict
Choose FluffyChat if you want a free Matrix messaging client across mobile, Linux, and web, with media sharing, calls, and default end-to-end encryption for private chats. Look elsewhere if you need the app itself to host your messaging server or enforce moderation and deletion.
Questions
How much does FluffyChat cost?
The Free plan costs nothing and is free for everyone, with no ads.
Is there a free trial?
No. FluffyChat lists no free trial; it offers a free plan.
Which platforms does FluffyChat support?
It is available on Android, iOS, Linux, and the web.
Is FluffyChat open source?
Yes. FluffyChat is described as an open-source messaging app.
Which other messaging apps is it compatible with?
It is compatible with Matrix clients including Element, Nheko, Cinny, and NeoChat.
Does FluffyChat host messaging servers?
No. FluffyChat is a Matrix client and does not host or manage servers. The selected server’s data protection terms apply.
Facts from FluffyChat's own pages
- Calls
- FluffyChat supports direct calls and video conferences with Matrix RTC-compatible encryption. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Encryption
- End-to-end encryption is enabled by default for private chats, and the app uses Vodozemac. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Features
- The site lists polls, custom stickers, spaces, moderation tools, multi-device support, and public chats with tens of thousands of participants. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- FluffyChat is compatible with other Matrix clients, including Element, Nheko, Cinny, and NeoChat. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Local data
- The app caches server data in a local database and attempts to encrypt it with SQLCipher, storing the encryption key in device secure storage. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Messaging
- Users can send private and group messages, voice messages, pictures, videos, and their location. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Moderation
- Users can report inappropriate messages or users to the server administrator, while FluffyChat itself cannot enforce moderation or deletion on servers. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Platforms
- The FAQ lists Android, iOS, web, and Linux desktop; Windows and macOS builds are not yet supported. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Privacy limits
- FluffyChat is a Matrix client and does not host or manage messaging servers; the selected server's data protection terms apply. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Push notifications
- FluffyChat supports Firebase Cloud Messaging and UnifiedPush; its documented push payload typically includes event and room IDs, unread count, and device information. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Reporting
- Error reporting is optional, and the app does not submit an issue automatically; the user must actively submit the opened GitHub form. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- The project asks users to support it through Ko-fi or Liberapay donations. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- What it does
- FluffyChat is a user-friendly, free, ad-free open-source messaging app based on the Matrix protocol. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
- Who it is for
- The FAQ describes it as an alternative for people seeking a fast, user-friendly, secure option instead of centralized messaging apps. · fluffychat.im, 7 Oct 2026
Where FluffyChat stands on Freedom251
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