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Briar
Encrypted peer-to-peer messaging app designed for activists and journalists. Works over Tor, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth (offline mesh) without central servers.
Zero KYC
Meshtastic
A privacy-preserving tool offering genuine utility.
Zero KYCTrust 89/100
Trust
VERIFIED
JURISDICTIONUnknown
OWNED BYCommunity-driven open source
AUDITED BYNone on record
TRUST SCORE
89
LAST UPDATED3/13/2026
Specs
KYC LEVELZero
KYC TRIGGERSAdvertises No-KYC, but strictly adhere to OPSEC rules. Access via Tor, pay with XMR.
FEEFree
NETWORKSHardware, LoRa, FOSS
CATEGORIESMessaging, Offline, Hardware
BEST FORGeneral usage
TOR—
REGIONS1 country — Global
About
Open-source, decentralized mesh networking using inexpensive LoRa hardware devices. Enables long-range, off-grid encrypted text communication without cell service or internet.
Follow the Money
Meshtastic — Open Source / Community ────────────────────────────────────── Operators: global volunteer community Funding: zero VC, donations only Revenue: none (free firmware + app) ├─ LoRa hardware mesh, no internet ├─ No corporate entity, no investors └─ Buy cheap LoRa device, flash it
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Meshtastic require KYC or identity verification?
No. Meshtastic does not require identity verification (KYC) for typical usage. Advertises No-KYC, but strictly adhere to OPSEC rules. Access via Tor, pay with XMR.
What payment methods does Meshtastic accept?
Meshtastic accepts the following payment methods: Hardware, LoRa, FOSS.
Is Meshtastic available in my country?
Meshtastic is available in: GLOBAL.
Is Meshtastic based in a Five Eyes country?
The jurisdiction of Meshtastic is not publicly confirmed. Check the provider site for incorporation details.
Is Meshtastic safe to use for privacy?
Meshtastic has a trust score of 89/99 on cunicula.com. It has been independently verified.
Which payment networks does Meshtastic support?
Accepted networks: Hardware, LoRa, FOSS.
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