Best WhatsApp alternatives that you can switch to right now- Signal, Telegram to iMessage

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So, tired of the bland old WhatsApp? Want to try out something new, just to get some kicks? Here are the best WhatsApp alternatives that you can explore and perhaps even like. Undoubtedly, Meta-owned WhatsApp is one of the most popular instant messaging apps for all age groups. Its easy to use features and connectivity with your friends and family is what makes it a handy tool of communication. However, there always comes a time when you want something new, something fresh, something that makes you want to connect with people who are not on WhatsApp. Signal, Telegram, Kik to iMessage, here are the best WhatsApp alternatives.

When WhatsApp was caught in the privacy storm that it created itself, Signal was the most talked-about app. Millions of people migrated to it from WhatsApp. This was in protest against WhatsApp privacy policy. Signal comes with a number of security features, such as self-destructing messages feature which was recently introduced by WhatsApp. Besides this, Signal offers a 'Screen security' feature that prevents anyone from taking screenshots. Additionally, Signal supports 40 active participants, unlike WhatsApp which allows only 8 participants.

Telegram is not just about downloading pirated movies and shows! It is filled with several other features such as you can create a massive group with up to 1 lakh people, public channels and many more. Surprisingly, it comes with a triple-layer encryption feature to make the conversation more secure.

This is an ancient messaging app that doesn't even require your phone number to activate, just use your email ID and it's set! You can expect almost everything that WhatsApp offers - from voice calls, group chats, stickers, to media sharing. Additionally, you can