Fernweh - Offline Messages

Connect Beyond the Grid
Fernweh is a hybrid messenger that works everywhere, online or off. Chat, call, and share files over a decentralized Bluetooth mesh network when there's no internet, and seamlessly switch to an encrypted online relay when connectivity returns. No central servers storing your data. No compromises.

Why Choose Fernweh?
- Works Online & Offline: Communicate over a peer-to-peer Bluetooth mesh network or through an encrypted online relay, whichever is available.
- Voice & Video Calls: Make end-to-end encrypted audio and video calls, with full native call integration and push notifications even when the app is closed.
- End-to-End Encrypted Everything: Messages, calls, media, and group chats are all protected with end-to-end encryption, including MLS protocol for groups.
- No Central Servers: Your messages live on your device. There's no cloud inbox to hack, no metadata to harvest.
- Built for Real Life: Whether you're off-grid, in a crowded venue, or just privacy-conscious, Fernweh adapts.

Key Features:
- Offline Mesh Messaging: Send texts and files over Bluetooth and WiFi Direct to devices within 100 meters, no internet required.
- Online Relay: When you're online, messages route through an encrypted WebSocket relay for unlimited range.
- Audio & Video Calls: Crystal-clear encrypted calls with native call UI, VoIP push, and connection quality indicators.
- Group Chats: Create encrypted group conversations with MLS protocol security.
- Media & File Sharing: Share photos and documents with encrypted cloud storage and local persistence.
- Message Forwarding & Replies: Forward messages across chats and reply inline to keep conversations organized.
- Connection Requests: Add contacts through the mesh or online, like a friend request, but decentralized.
- Chat Folders: Organize your conversations into custom folders and filters.
- App Lock: Protect the app with biometric or passcode authentication.
- Profiles & Reputation: Customizable profiles with photos, bios, and community reputation scores.
- User Blocking: Block unwanted contacts across both mesh and online channels.
- Dark & Light Themes: Full theme support including system-matching mode.
- Push Notifications: Never miss a message or call, even when the app is in the background.

Ideal For:
- Travelers & Adventurers: Stay in touch while exploring remote trails, deserts, or mountain ranges with zero signal.
- Festivals & Events: Communicate reliably in crowded venues where cell networks are overloaded.
- Emergency & Disaster Response: Coordinate when infrastructure is down, Fernweh keeps working.
- Privacy-First Users: For anyone who believes messaging should be private by default, not by opt-in.
- Communities & Teams: Encrypted group chats with organized folders for coordinated communication.

How It Works:
Fernweh creates a peer-to-peer mesh network using Bluetooth and WiFi Direct between nearby devices. Messages are encrypted and relayed device-to-device until they reach their recipient. When the internet is available, an encrypted online relay extends your reach globally. Calls connect through secure signaling with end-to-end encryption. Everything is stored locally on your device never on a central server.

Get Started Today!
Download Fernweh and take back control of your conversations, online, offline, everywhere.

Recent changes:
This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements to make your Fernweh experience smoother and more reliable.