I'd rather just use the contact scope feature in GrapheneOS.
Genghis
SimpleX Messenger is a great option.
Thank you. I wouldnt have known this if it wasn't for this post. I've never seen these sites. Good post.
This does not solve the Play Integrity API issue. This would make app compatibility even worse lol.
Only a few apps enforce Play Integrity so it is still the best option for a casual user. Cash App enforcing it is my biggest hurdle.
XMR is decentralized and its seen as a currency
F-Droid has many security vulnerabilities and has many issues such as:
- Hosting an outdated APK client.
- Utilizes an obsolete installation method.
- Does not take advantage of modern appstore features.
- Has no moderation.
- Has no old app deletion.
- Has an arbitrary FOSS only rule.
- Does all building and signing themselves.
If you want more details about these issues read this:
This app isn't fully ready yet but Accrescent is a secure and private app store for Android. It aims to be a better alternative app store on Android rather than using the Google Play Store. It currently has 11 apps right now and more to come soon.
Highly recommend to check out and support this project cuz this appstore is the best out there right now security and privacy wise.
You can also text yourself a number on WhatsApp and click on the phone number to text them.