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Last updated on: 2026-06-17
Android Apps > Communication > Session - Private Messenger
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Session - Private Messenger

1.33.4
Session Foundation
4.69
27,039 reviews
5,000,000+
Downloads
Free

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Session - Private Messenger delivers privacy-first private messaging with end-to-end encryption and a decentralized network of user-operated servers, designed to shield metadata and IP addresses. It holds strong regional rankings in COMMUNICATION and maintains a solid rating from tens of thousands of users (4.63 from 23,765 ratings).

Pros & Cons

  • Privacy-first architecture with no metadata logging
  • Decentralized server network reduces centralized data risk
  • Open-source transparency via GitHub
  • Phone-number-free account creation enhances anonymity
  • May lack traditional features seen in mainstream messengers (e.g., calls, broader chat options) as reflected by competitors' feature sets not present in Session.
  • Broad set of sensitive permissions (camera, microphone, storage, foreground services) may affect user trust; review permissions carefully.
  • Some features common in popular apps may be less emphasized due to a strict privacy focus.

About Session - Private Messenger

Session - Private Messenger is a communication app developed by Session Foundation.

Download Statistics

Session - Private Messenger has been downloaded 6 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 140 thousand times. It is ranked in the top 100 communication apps.

User Ratings

Session - Private Messenger is rated 4.69 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 27 thousand ratings.

App Information

Session - Private Messenger is FREE to download. The APK download size is 57.09 MB. The latest version available is 1.33.4. The last update was on April 8, 2026.

Technical Requirements

Session - Private Messenger requires Android 8.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play February 2020.

Description
Session is a private messaging app that keeps your conversations safe and secure.

This is a next gen private messenger, with encrypted routing protocols, end-to-end encryption, and strong metadata protection. Built on a decentralized network of user-operated servers spread all over the world, Session private messenger can’t leak or sell your data.

Enjoy a private messaging app with features you love and the privacy you need.

• Secure and private account: No phone number or email required to create your Account ID

• Decentralized server network: Specialized network created for private messaging. No centralized storage, no data breaches

• No metadata logging: Session doesn't store, track, or log your private messaging metadata

• IP address protection: Device IP addresses are never exposed to the person you're talking to or the servers holding your data

• Private messaging with your friends: Private, end-to-end encrypted group chats for up to 100 people

• Secure attachments: Securely share voice snippets, photos, and files with Session private messenger

• Free and open-source: Free to use, free from trackers, free from surveillance — just private messaging

Session is stewarded by the Session Foundation, a Swiss-based foundation dedicated to advancing digital rights and innovation. Take back your messaging privacy today — download Session.

Want to build from source, report a bug, or just take a look at our code? Check out Session on GitHub: https://github.com/session-foundation/session-android/
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More data about Session - Private Messenger

Price Free to download
Total downloads 6 million
Recent downloads 140 thousand
Rating 4.69 based on 27 thousand ratings
Ranking Highly ranked
Version 1.33.4
APK size 57.1 MB
Number of libraries 68
Designed for Android 8.0+
Suitable for Everyone
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Session - Private Messenger has been downloaded 6 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 4.8 thousand downloads per day.

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Comments on Session - Private Messenger for Android

★★★★☆ Prof. Addy · Jun 6, 2026
Session is a very cool app. It has really strong privacy due to its decentralization. Session network is fascinating too. My fav feature currently is the ability change the icon and name of the app. VERY COOL. The downside I noticed in my demographics is sometimes messages don't arrive. And due to the session nodes there most of the time delay in receiving a message. Sometimes messages take over 30 mins to arrive other times too less. I like this app and highly recommend it.
★★★★★ Ron Smith · May 31, 2026
Session is, by far, the most secure and platform for messaging. I can't recommend it enough
★★★★★ Mike Soberdude · Jun 11, 2026
Pros: Actually Private, Easy to Use, Open Source Cons: Sometimes slower (Because of the privacy), not many users (yet).
★☆☆☆☆ Alex · Jun 12, 2026
Why, when trying to initiate a message, does session try to open 3 different sites that both my Wi-Fi and various link checkers identify as malware sites?
★☆☆☆☆ Mohammad Mg · Jun 2, 2026
It won't work ! I tried to msg and the other person won't received

Google Play Rankings for Session - Private Messenger

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Rank Country Category List
106 United States Communication Top Free
38 Sweden Communication Top Free
79 Germany Communication Top Free
40 Finland Communication Top Free
91 Canada Communication Top Free
54 Czech Republic Communication Top Free
59 Slovakia Communication Top Free
63 Austria Communication Top Free
64 Poland Communication Top Free
66 Norway Communication Top Free
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Technologies used by Session - Private Messenger

37 permissions · 68 libraries
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Trust & Safety: Session emphasizes privacy with decentralized servers, no metadata logging, and IP address protection. It requests a broad range of permissions (camera, microphone, storage, foreground service, etc.), so users should review granted permissions. The project is open-source (GitHub), supporting transparency and community scrutiny.
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