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OpenChat Review 2026: Internet Computer messaging

OpenChat is a community-owned messaging app that runs on the Internet Computer and says it uses end-to-end encryption. Its broad purpose is clear, but details about account setup, fees, and security assurance are limited.

By the DappsAtlas editorial team · Updated Nov 6, 2026

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Our verdict on OpenChat

OpenChat may suit people looking for a community-owned chat app on the Internet Computer, particularly those interested in the project's stated end-to-end encryption. The main strength is its straightforward messaging focus. The main caveat is the lack of detail about how accounts and messages are handled, how CHAT relates to the app, and what security reviews have been completed. Check the current privacy and security information in the app before using it for sensitive conversations.

Score breakdown

How OpenChat scores

Security: n/a
Ease of use: n/a
Fees: n/a
Features: n/a

Scores run from 0 to 10 and are based only on facts we could verify. Where information was missing we mark the score n/a rather than guess.

What is OpenChat?

OpenChat is a community-owned messaging app that runs on the Internet Computer. Its homepage describes the service as fully featured and says it uses end-to-end encryption.

The project is associated with the CHAT token, but its role is not explained in the product description. Account setup, fees, message storage, and governance details are also not published there.

How OpenChat works

OpenChat is a messaging application that runs on the Internet Computer. The project describes it as community-owned and says it provides end-to-end encryption, which is intended to keep message contents readable only to the people in a conversation.

The homepage does not explain how accounts are created, how messages are stored, or how the CHAT token relates to using the app. Those details should be checked in the app before relying on it for sensitive conversations.

3 features

Key features

Blockchain-based chat

OpenChat presents itself as a fully featured chat application operating on the Internet Computer.

End-to-end encryption

The project describes the app as end-to-end encrypted, though it does not detail the implementation on its homepage.

Community ownership

OpenChat describes itself as community-owned; the exact governance and ownership arrangements are not explained.

Pros and cons

What we like

The product has a clear focus: internet-based messaging.
OpenChat says it runs on the Internet Computer.
The project states that the app uses end-to-end encryption.
The project describes itself as community-owned.

Watch out for

OpenChat does not explain its account setup or messaging features in detail on its homepage.
The project does not list an audit, so the security of its on-chain components is not independently established here.
The custody and storage model for messages and account data is not explained.
Fees and any role for the CHAT token are not published in the available product description.

OpenChat fees

OpenChat does not publish fees or explain whether any app actions require payment. Check the app's current terms and any transaction prompts before proceeding.

Is OpenChat safe?

OpenChat says it uses end-to-end encryption, but does not explain the implementation or message storage model on its homepage. No audit is listed, and the custody and security arrangements for account data are not described. Treat these as unresolved questions before sharing sensitive information. OpenChat is not a gambling service.

4 steps

How to get started with OpenChat

1
Visit OpenChat's official website and review the current product and privacy information.
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Open the app and review the account creation or sign-in options presented there.
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Check the app's terms, privacy details, and any transaction prompts before using it.
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Start a conversation only after you are comfortable with the information the app provides about encryption and data handling.

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Who OpenChat is for

OpenChat may interest people seeking a messaging app associated with the Internet Computer and who want to investigate a community-owned alternative. It is a less clear fit for users who need detailed, published information about encryption implementation, data handling, fees, or independent security reviews before choosing a chat service.

OpenChat FAQs

What is OpenChat?

OpenChat describes itself as a chat application running on the Internet Computer blockchain. It is community-owned and says it supports end-to-end encryption.

Does OpenChat use end-to-end encryption?

OpenChat says it uses end-to-end encryption, but the homepage does not explain its encryption design or account and message storage model. Review the app's current privacy information before sharing sensitive information.

What is the CHAT token used for?

CHAT is the token associated with OpenChat, but its purpose and any fees payable in it are not explained in the product description. Check the app's current terms and token information before using or acquiring it.

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