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Getting Started with Enkrypted Chat

⚠️ WARNING: Enkrypted Chat is experimental, unaudited, and unstable. Expect breaking changes and an evolving setup flow. For testing and evaluation only; not for sensitive communications or production use.

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One app for encrypted messaging, files, and documents — no account required.

1. Open the app​

  1. Use a modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Edge).
  2. Allow camera and microphone if prompted (needed for WebRTC and video calls).

2. Connect with someone​

Both people need the app open.

  1. Click Create new chat.
Create new chat
  1. Click Add peer.
Add peer
  1. Exchange connection links, QR codes, or peer IDs.
Connect to peer
  1. When connected, open the chat from your list.

3. Send a message​

  1. Type a message (attachments supported).
  2. Click Send.
Send messages and attachments

Messages are end-to-end encrypted over WebRTC.

4. Files and documents​

  • Default storage (OPFS): Files stay in private browser storage — no folder picker, persists across sessions, not visible in your OS file manager.
Encrypted folder storage
  • Mount a folder (optional): Use the File System Access API to store files on disk. Create an empty folder first, then grant access when prompted.
Mount local folder
  • Browse and manage: Open Files in the app — works like a normal file manager.
File browsing
  • Preview and edit: Supported types preview in-browser; documents open for in-place editing. See Features.
Built-in document editor

Next steps​

  • Features — what the app can do
  • FAQ — common questions