Why HushNet?
HushNet is for teams and communities that demand privacy, performance, and sovereignty. Here’s a concise comparison with other popular solutions.
| Capability | HushNet | Signal | Matrix | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open-source | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Self-hostable | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Multi-device (E2EE) | Planned | Yes | Yes | Limited |
| Modern key exchange | X3DH + Double Ratchet | Signal Protocol | Olm/Megolm | Signal Protocol |
| Federation | Planned | No | Yes | No |
| Easy self-hosting | Docker Compose | — | Synapse/Element | — |
| No identifiable data (email/phone/password) | Public-key authentication only | Phone number required | Username & password | Phone number required |
Indicative comparison. HushNet stores no identifiable data — authentication is purely based on public keys. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
Transparency
Open source code, auditable by design.
Simplicity
A focused stack and an easy deployment path.
Extensibility
Clean API and integrations (webhooks, bots).