# Latest news [Open SimpleX Network News channel](https://simplex.chat/news) ## [SimpleX Supporter Badges — Send Larger Files That Stay Available Longer, Without Being Identified](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260919-simplex-supporter-badges.html) 19 Sep 2026 Supporter badges are available in v7.1 beta: a badge on your profile, larger files and longer file storage — and the purchase cannot be linked to your profile. Investors in our equity crowdfunding receive badges as perks. If you invest $500 or more by November 22, you will also receive a public SimpleX name for 5 years. [Learn more and invest on Wefunder](https://wefunder.com/simplex.chat?utm_source=blog). [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260919-simplex-supporter-badges.html) ## [Nick Rogers: Why I Backed SimpleX Chat in 2022, and Why I Doubled Down](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260908-nick-rogers-why-i-backed-simplex-chat.html) 08 Sep 2026 Blog post by Nick Rogers, early investor and advisor of SimpleX Chat, founder of Fieldwork, former CPO & CTO of Stream. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260908-nick-rogers-why-i-backed-simplex-chat.html) ## [Equity Crowdfunding Launched — You Can Get a Stake in SimpleX Chat](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260819-simplex-chat-crowdfunding.html) 20 Aug 2026 SimpleX is the first and the only messaging network without user identifiers of any kind. Our equity crowdfunding round is now launched on Wefunder, so network users, and anybody else, can get a stake in SimpleX Chat. Learn more and invest [on Wefunder](https://wefunder.com/simplex.chat?utm_source=blog). [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260819-simplex-chat-crowdfunding.html) ## [SimpleX Public Names — a Name Nobody Can Take From You](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260722-simplex-public-names.html) 22 Jul 2026 You can now give your channel or business a test SimpleX name — from v7-beta. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260722-simplex-public-names.html) ## [SimpleX Channels, SimpleX Network Consortium and Community Crowdfunding — to Preserve Freedom of Speech](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260430-simplex-channels-v6-5-consortium-crowdfunding-freedom-of-speech.html) 30 Apr 2026 Freedom of speech needs infrastructure that protects it by design — protocols, governance and funding. **v6.5 release** brings SimpleX Channels: a new model for online publishing built for participation privacy. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20260430-simplex-channels-v6-5-consortium-crowdfunding-freedom-of-speech.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v6.4.1: welcome your contacts, review members to protect groups, and more.](https://simplex.chat/blog/20250729-simplex-chat-v6-4-1-welcome-contacts-protect-groups-app-security.html) 29 Jul 2025 **v6.4.1 is released:** - welcome your contacts: set your profile bio and welcome message. - protect your communities from spam and abuse: review new members ("knocking"). - set default time to delete messages for new contacts. - improved app integrity: Linux app builds are now reproducible. Also, we added 3 new interface languages to Android and desktop apps thanks to our users: Indonesian, Romanian and Vietnamese. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20250729-simplex-chat-v6-4-1-welcome-contacts-protect-groups-app-security.html) ## [SimpleX network: new experience of connecting with people — available in SimpleX Chat v6.4-beta.4](https://simplex.chat/blog/20250703-simplex-network-protocol-extension-for-securely-connecting-people.html) 03 Jul 2025 Now you can start talking to your contacts much faster, as soon as you scan the link. This technical post covers the technology that enabled this new user experience — short links and associated data of messaging queues. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20250703-simplex-network-protocol-extension-for-securely-connecting-people.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v6.3: new user experience and safety in public groups](https://simplex.chat/blog/20250308-simplex-chat-v6-3-new-user-experience-safety-in-public-groups.html) 08 Mar 2025 **v6.3 is released:** - Preventing spam and abuse in public groups. - Group improvements: mention other members and improved performance. - Better chat navigation: organize chats into lists and jump to found and forwarded messages. - Privacy and security improvements: chat retention period and private media file names. Also, we added Catalan interface language, thanks to our users and Weblate. The last but not the least - server builds are now reproducible! [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20250308-simplex-chat-v6-3-new-user-experience-safety-in-public-groups.html) ## [SimpleX network: large groups and privacy-preserving content moderation](https://simplex.chat/blog/20250114-simplex-network-large-groups-privacy-preserving-content-moderation.html) 14 Jan 2025 This post explains how server operators can moderate end-to-end encrypted conversations without compromising user privacy or end-to-end encryption. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20250114-simplex-network-large-groups-privacy-preserving-content-moderation.html) ## [Oppose digital IDs – they break the law and lead to mass scale surveillance](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241218-oppose-digital-ids-they-break-law-lead-to-mass-scale-surveillance.html) 18 Dec 2024 Starting next year, the UK government plans to introduce digital ID cards for the young people to prove their age when visiting pubs. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241218-oppose-digital-ids-they-break-law-lead-to-mass-scale-surveillance.html) ## [SimpleX network: preset servers operated by Flux, business chats and more with v6.2 of the apps](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241210-simplex-network-v6-2-servers-by-flux-business-chats.html) 10 Dec 2024 **v6.2 is released:** - SimpleX Chat and Flux made an agreement to include Flux-operated servers into the app to improve metadata privacy in SimpleX network. - Business chats for better privacy and support of your customers. - Better user experience: open on the first unread, jump to quoted messages, see who reacted. - Improving notifications in iOS app. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241210-simplex-network-v6-2-servers-by-flux-business-chats.html) ## [Servers operated by Flux - true privacy and decentralization for all users](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241125-servers-operated-by-flux-true-privacy-and-decentralization-for-all-users.html) 25 Nov 2024 - **Welcome, Flux** — the new servers in **v6.2-beta.1!** - What's the problem? - Using two operators improves connection privacy. - SimpleX decentralization compared with Matrix, Session and Tor. - What's next for SimpleX decentralization? [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241125-servers-operated-by-flux-true-privacy-and-decentralization-for-all-users.html) ## [Wired’s Attack on Privacy](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241016-wired-attack-on-privacy.html) 16 Oct 2024 The Wired article by David Gilbert focusing on neo-Nazis moving to SimpleX Chat following the Telegram's changes in privacy policy is biased and misleading. By cherry-picking information from the report by the Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD), Wired fails to mention that SimpleX network design prioritizes privacy in order to protect human rights defenders, journalists, and everyday users who value their privacy. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241016-wired-attack-on-privacy.html) ## [SimpleX network: cryptographic design review by Trail of Bits, v6.1 released with better calls and user experience.](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241014-simplex-network-v6-1-security-review-better-calls-user-experience.html) 14 Oct 2024 **New security audit!** Trail of Bits reviewed the cryptographic design of protocols used in SimpleX network and apps. **v6.1 is released:** - Better calls: switch audio and video during the call. - Better iOS notifications: improved delivery, reduced traffic usage. - Better user experience: switch chat profiles, customizable message shapes, forward up to 20 messages. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20241014-simplex-network-v6-1-security-review-better-calls-user-experience.html) ## [SimpleX network: the investment from Jack Dorsey and Asymmetric, v6.0 released with the new user experience and private message routing.](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240814-simplex-chat-vision-funding-v6-private-routing-new-user-experience.html) 14 Aug 2024 **SimpleX Chat vision and funding 2.0:** past, present, future. Announcing the investment from Jack Dorsey and Asymmetric. **v6.0 is released:** - Private message routing - enabled by default - New chat experience: - connect to your friends faster. - new reachable interface. - and much more! - Improved networking and battery usage [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240814-simplex-chat-vision-funding-v6-private-routing-new-user-experience.html) ## [The Future of Privacy: Enforcing Privacy Standards](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240704-future-of-privacy-enforcing-privacy-standards.html) 04 Jul 2024 It's time we shift the focus: privacy should be a non-negotiable duty of technology providers, not just a right users must fight to protect, and not something that users can be asked to consent away as a condition of access to a service. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240704-future-of-privacy-enforcing-privacy-standards.html) ## [SimpleX network: private message routing, v5.8 released with IP address protection and chat themes](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240604-simplex-chat-v5.8-private-message-routing-chat-themes.html) 04 Jun 2024 **v5.8 is released:** - private message routing. - server transparency. - protect IP address when downloading files & media. - chat themes* for better conversation privacy. - group improvements - reduced traffic and additional preferences. - improved networking, message and file delivery. Also, we added Persian interface language*, thanks to our users and Weblate. * Android and desktop apps only. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240604-simplex-chat-v5.8-private-message-routing-chat-themes.html) ## [Protecting Children's Safety Requires End-to-End Encryption](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240601-protecting-children-safety-requires-e2e-encryption.html) 01 Jun 2024 As lawmakers grapple with the serious issue of child exploitation online, some proposed solutions would fuel the very problem they aim to solve. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240601-protecting-children-safety-requires-e2e-encryption.html) ## [SimpleX: Redefining Privacy by Making Hard Choices](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240516-simplex-redefining-privacy-hard-choices.html) 16 May 2024 When it comes to open source privacy tools, the status quo often dictates the limitations of existing protocols and structures. However, these norms need to be challenged to radically shift how we approach genuinely private communication. This requires doing some uncomfortable things, like making hard choices as it relates to funding, alternative decentralization models, doubling down on privacy over convenience, and more. In this post we explain a bit more about why SimpleX operates and makes decisions the way it does: - No user accounts. - Privacy over convenience. - Network decentralization. - Funding and profitability. - Company jurisdiction. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240516-simplex-redefining-privacy-hard-choices.html) ## [SimpleX network: legally binding transparency, v5.7 released with better calls and messages](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240426-simplex-legally-binding-transparency-v5-7-better-user-experience.html) 26 Apr 2024 **Legally binding transparency** - We published Transparency Reports, Security Policy, and Frequently Asked Questions, and updated Privacy Policy. - We are committed to have full consistency between marketing promises and legally binding documents. **v5.7 is released:** - quantum resistant end-to-end encryption with all contacts. - forward and save messages without revealing the source. - in-call sounds and switching sound sources. - better network connection management. - customizable profile images. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240426-simplex-legally-binding-transparency-v5-7-better-user-experience.html) ## [The dangers of metadata in messengers](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240416-dangers-of-metadata-in-messengers.html) 16 Apr 2024 *By Esra'a al Shafei* It's important not to be complacent with the current standards of messaging, where metadata aggregation is still normalized in apps falsely and dangerously marketed as "private". This is a post exploring the fundamental differences between privacy and security. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240416-dangers-of-metadata-in-messengers.html) ## [Why I joined SimpleX Chat - by Esra'a al Shafei](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240404-why-i-joined-simplex-chat-esraa-al-shafei.html) 04 Apr 2024 *By Esra'a al Shafei* Transitioning from a lifelong career dedicated to nonprofits, including Board roles at organizations like the Wikimedia Foundation, Access Now and Tor, my decision to join SimpleX Chat may come as a surprise to some. But, as I step into this new chapter, I want to share the insights and convictions that have guided me here, shedding light on what I think sets SimpleX Chat apart and why this move feels like an essential learning opportunity. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240404-why-i-joined-simplex-chat-esraa-al-shafei.html) ## [SimpleX network: real privacy and stable profits, non-profits for protocols, v5.6 released with quantum resistant e2e encryption and simple profile migration](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240323-simplex-network-privacy-non-profit-v5-6-quantum-resistant-e2e-encryption-simple-migration.html) 23 Mar 2024 **SimpleX network: deliver real privacy via a profitable business and non-profit protocol governance:** - community and business interests are aligned. - the journey to the decentralized non-profit protocol governance. - welcome, Esra'a! **v5.6 is released:** - quantum resistant end-to-end encryption (BETA) - enable it for the new contacts. - use the app during the audio and video calls. - migrate all app data to another device via QR code. - blocking members and many other improvements. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240323-simplex-network-privacy-non-profit-v5-6-quantum-resistant-e2e-encryption-simple-migration.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v5.6 (beta): adding quantum resistance to Signal double ratchet algorithm](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240314-simplex-chat-v5-6-quantum-resistance-signal-double-ratchet-algorithm.html) 14 Mar 2024 This is a major upgrade for SimpleX Chat messaging protocols! This post also covers various aspects of end-to-end encryption: - Why do we need end-to-end encryption? - Why encryption is even allowed? - End-to-end encryption security: attacks and defence. - How secure is encryption in different messengers? - When can you start using quantum resistant chats? - Next for post-quantum crypto - all direct chats, small groups and security audit [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240314-simplex-chat-v5-6-quantum-resistance-signal-double-ratchet-algorithm.html) ## [SimpleX Chat: free infrastructure from Linode, v5.5 released with private notes, group history and a simpler UX to connect.](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240124-simplex-chat-infrastructure-costs-v5-5-simplex-ux-private-notes-group-history.html) 24 Jan 2024 **SimpleX Chat infrastructure on Linode:** - free infrastructure. - SimpleX servers in Linode Marketplace. - high capacity messaging servers. **v5.5 is released:** - private notes. - group history - simpler UX to connect to other people - message delivery, battery usage and other improvements Also, the app interface is now available in Hungarian and Turkish - thanks to our users. SimpleX Chat Android and desktop apps are now available in 20 languages! [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20240124-simplex-chat-infrastructure-costs-v5-5-simplex-ux-private-notes-group-history.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v5.4 - link mobile and desktop apps via quantum resistant protocol, and much better groups.](https://simplex.chat/blog/20231125-simplex-chat-v5-4-link-mobile-desktop-quantum-resistant-better-groups.html) 25 Nov 2023 **v5.4 is released:** - Link mobile and desktop apps via secure quantum-resistant protocol. 🔗 - Better groups: - faster to join and more reliable. - create groups with incognito profile. - block group members to reduce noise. - prohibit files and media in a group. - Better calls: faster to connect, with screen sharing on desktop. - Many other improvements. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20231125-simplex-chat-v5-4-link-mobile-desktop-quantum-resistant-better-groups.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v5.3 released: desktop app, local file encryption and improved groups with directory service](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230925-simplex-chat-v5-3-desktop-app-local-file-encryption-directory-service.html) 25 Sep 2023 **v5.3 is released:** - new desktop app! 💻 - encrypt locally stored files & media - directory service and other group improvements - simplified incognito mode - better app responsiveness, stability and 40% reduced memory usage. - new privacy settings: show last messages & save draft. Also, our users added 6 new interface languages - Arabic*, Bulgarian, Finnish, Hebrew*, Thai and Ukrainian. * Android app only. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230925-simplex-chat-v5-3-desktop-app-local-file-encryption-directory-service.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v5.2 released: message delivery receipts](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230722-simplex-chat-v5-2-message-delivery-receipts.html) 22 Jul 2023 **v5.2 is released:** - message delivery receipts! ✅ - filter favorite and unread chats - better disappearing messages - prohibit message reactions - more usable groups: - view full original replied message in info. - share your address via your chat profile - search new and existing members - stability improvements: - keep your connections working after restoring from backup. - restart app (Android) or reconnect servers (iOS) - more stable connections and message delivery **Platform evolution:** - problems of public groups and their future - what about read receipts? [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230722-simplex-chat-v5-2-message-delivery-receipts.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v5.1 released: message reactions and self-destruct passcode](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230523-simplex-chat-v5-1-message-reactions-self-destruct-passcode.html) 23 May 2023 **v5.1 is released:** - message reactions 🚀 - improved messages: - voice messages up to 5 minutes - custom time to disappear - message editing history - new design and customizable themes you can share*! - self-destruct passcode Also, the app interface is now available in Japanese and Portuguese (Brazil)* - thanks to our users! * Android app only. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230523-simplex-chat-v5-1-message-reactions-self-destruct-passcode.html) ## [SimpleX Chat: vision and funding, v5.0 released with videos and files up to 1gb](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230422-simplex-chat-vision-funding-v5-videos-files-passcode.html) 22 Apr 2023 **SimpleX Chat vision and funding:** - why is it a commercial company? - how is it funded and what is the business model? - what is next? **v5.0 is released:** - send videos and files up to 1gb - app passcode independent from system authentication - networking improvements Also, the app interface is now available in Polish - thanks to our users. SimpleX Chat apps are now available in 10 languages! [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230422-simplex-chat-vision-funding-v5-videos-files-passcode.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v4.6 – with hidden profiles, community moderation, improved audio/video calls and reduced battery usage.](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230328-simplex-chat-v4-6-hidden-profiles.html) 28 Mar 2023 v4.6 is released: - ARMv7a and Android 8+ - 2x more supported devices! - hidden chat profiles - community moderation - improved audio/video calls - reduced battery usage - SMP server monitoring: status bot and page Also, the app interface is now available in Chinese and Spanish - thanks to our users! [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230328-simplex-chat-v4-6-hidden-profiles.html) ## [SimpleX File Transfer Protocol - a new protocol for sending large files efficiently, privately and securely.](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230301-simplex-file-transfer-protocol.html) 01 Mar 2023 CLI and relays implementing the new XFTP protocol are released - you can use them now! [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230301-simplex-file-transfer-protocol.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v4.5 released – with multiple chat profiles, message draft, transport isolation and Italian language!](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230204-simplex-chat-v4-5-user-chat-profiles.html) 04 Feb 2023 v4.5 is released: - multiple chat profiles! - message draft - transport isolation - reduced battery usage - private filenames Also, the app interface is now available in Italian - thanks to Weblate and our users! [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230204-simplex-chat-v4-5-user-chat-profiles.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v4.4 released – with disappearing messages, live messages, connection security verification and French language!](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230103-simplex-chat-v4.4-disappearing-messages.html) 03 Jan 2023 v4.4 is released: - disappearing messages! - live messages - connection security verification - support for GIFs and stickers Also, the app interface is now available in French - thanks to Weblate and our users! [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20230103-simplex-chat-v4.4-disappearing-messages.html) ## [SimpleX Chat reviews and v4.3 released – with instant voice messages, irreversible deletion of sent messages and improved server configuration.](https://simplex.chat/blog/20221206-simplex-chat-v4.3-voice-messages.html) 06 Dec 2022 SimpleX Chat November reviews: [Privacy Guides](https://www.privacyguides.org/real-time-communication/#simplex-chat) recommendations. [Review by Mike Kuketz](https://www.kuketz-blog.de/simplex-eindruecke-vom-messenger-ohne-identifier/). [The messenger matrix](https://www.messenger-matrix.de/). [Supernova review](https://supernovas.space/detailed_reviews.html#simplex) and [messenger ratings](https://supernovas.space/messengers.html). v4.3 is released: - instant voice messages! - irreversible deletion of sent messages for all recipients - improved SMP server configuration and support for server passwords - privacy and security improvements: protect app screen, SimpleX links security, etc. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20221206-simplex-chat-v4.3-voice-messages.html) ## [Security assessment by Trail of Bits, the new website and v4.2 released](https://simplex.chat/blog/20221108-simplex-chat-v4.2-security-audit-new-website.html) 08 Nov 2022 *"Have you been audited or should we just ignore you?"* SimpleX Chat security has been assessed by [Trail of Bits](https://www.trailofbits.com/about), 4 issues were identified, and 3 of them are fixed in v4.2. The new website is live: [https://simplex.chat](https://simplex.chat/) v4.2 is released: - group links — admins can create the links for new members to join - auto-accept contact requests + configure whether to accept incognito and welcome message - small things: change group member role, mark chat as unread, send stickers and GIFs from Android keyboards. - manually switch contact or member to another address / server (BETA) - receive files faster (BETA) [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20221108-simplex-chat-v4.2-security-audit-new-website.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v4.0 with encrypted database is released](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220928-simplex-chat-v4-encrypted-database.html) 28 Sep 2022 Added: - encrypted local chat database — if you already use the app, you can encrypt the database in the app settings - support for self-hosted WebRTC ICE servers - improved stability of creating new connections: more reliable groups, files and contacts - deleting files and media — for security and to save storage - For developers — TypeScript SDK for integrating with SimpleX Chat - support animated images in Android app - German language in mobile apps UI [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220928-simplex-chat-v4-encrypted-database.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v3.2 is released — meet Incognito mode, unique to Simplex Chat](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220901-simplex-chat-v3.2-incognito-mode.html) 01 Sep 2022 Added: - Incognito mode — use a new random profile name for each contact - use .onion server addresses with Tor - endless scrolling and search - choose accent color and dark mode - reduced APK size for direct download and in F-Droid repo from 200 to 46Mb! [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220901-simplex-chat-v3.2-incognito-mode.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v3.1 is released — with secret groups and server access via Tor](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220808-simplex-chat-v3.1-chat-groups.html) 08 Aug 2022 Added: - finally, secret chat groups — nobody but members know they exist! - access to messaging servers via Tor on all platforms - advanced network settings to optimize traffic usage - published chat protocol - new app icons [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220808-simplex-chat-v3.1-chat-groups.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v3.1-beta is released — improved battery/traffic usage](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220723-simplex-chat-v3.1-tor-groups-efficiency.html) 23 Jul 2022 Added: - terminal app: access to messaging servers via SOCKS5 proxy (e.g., Tor). - mobile apps: join and leave chat groups. - optimized battery and traffic usage — up to 90x reduction! - two docker configurations for self-hosted SMP servers. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220723-simplex-chat-v3.1-tor-groups-efficiency.html) ## [SimpleX announces SimpleX Chat v3 — with encrypted calls and iOS push notifications](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220711-simplex-chat-v3-released-ios-notifications-audio-video-calls-database-export-import-protocol-improvements.html) 11 Jul 2022 Added: - chat database export and import - end-to-end encrypted audio/video calls - protocol privacy and performance improvements Also read why having users' identifiers that all other platforms use is bad for the users, and how they reduce privacy. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220711-simplex-chat-v3-released-ios-notifications-audio-video-calls-database-export-import-protocol-improvements.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v2.2 - the new privacy and security features](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220604-simplex-chat-new-privacy-security-settings.html) 04 Jun 2022 Added: - protect your chats with SimpleX Lock - save data and avoid sharing you are online — manually accepting images - avoid visiting websites of the links you send — disable link previews - identify any lost messages in the chat [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220604-simplex-chat-new-privacy-security-settings.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v2.1 - better conversation privacy](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220524-simplex-chat-better-privacy.html) 24 May 2022 Clear conversations without deleting contacts [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220524-simplex-chat-better-privacy.html) ## [SimpleX Chat v2.0 - sending images and files in mobile apps](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220511-simplex-chat-v2-images-files.html) 11 May 2022 Read how SimpleX delivers messages without having user profile identifiers of any kind. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220511-simplex-chat-v2-images-files.html) ## [Instant notifications for SimpleX Chat mobile apps](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220404-simplex-chat-instant-notifications.html) 04 Apr 2022 Design of private instant notifications on Android and for push notifications for iOS. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220404-simplex-chat-instant-notifications.html) ## [SimpleX announces SimpleX Chat mobile apps for iOS and Android](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220308-simplex-chat-mobile-apps.html) 08 Mar 2022 Brand new mobile apps with battle-tested Haskell core. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220308-simplex-chat-mobile-apps.html) ## [SimpleX announces SimpleX Chat public beta for iOS](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220214-simplex-chat-ios-public-beta.html) 14 Feb 2022 Our first prototype of mobile UI for iOS is available! [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220214-simplex-chat-ios-public-beta.html) ## [SimpleX announces SimpleX Chat v1](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220112-simplex-chat-v1-released.html) 12 Jan 2022 Major protocol changes address all design mistakes identified during concept review by an independent expert. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20220112-simplex-chat-v1-released.html) ## [SimpleX announces SimpleX Chat v0.5](https://simplex.chat/blog/20211208-simplex-chat-v0.5-released.html) 08 Dec 2021 Support for long-term user addresses in terminal app. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20211208-simplex-chat-v0.5-released.html) ## [SimpleX announces SimpleX Chat v0.4](https://simplex.chat/blog/20210914-simplex-chat-v0.4-released.html) 14 Sep 2021 Terminal app now supports groups and file transfers. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20210914-simplex-chat-v0.4-released.html) ## [Announcing SimpleX Chat Prototype!](https://simplex.chat/blog/20210512-simplex-chat-terminal-ui.html) 12 May 2021 Prototype chat app for the terminal (console). [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20210512-simplex-chat-terminal-ui.html) ## [Simplex Chat](https://simplex.chat/blog/20201022-simplex-chat.html) 22 Oct 2020 The prototype of SimpleX Messaging Server implementing SMP protocol. [Read More](https://simplex.chat/blog/20201022-simplex-chat.html)