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Threema. The Secure Messenger on Windows Pc

Developed By: Threema GmbH

License: Free

Rating: 4,1/5 - 72.488 votes

Last Updated: April 18, 2024

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 5.2.4
Size 1 MB
Release Date March 21, 24
Category Communication Apps

What's New:
- Added a highlighter pen function to image editor- Support for animated WebP images- Numerous optimizations and bug fixes [see more]

Description from Developer:
Threema is the world’s best-selling secure messenger and keeps your data out of the hands of hackers, corporations, and governments. The service can be used completely anonymously.... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download Threema. The Secure Messenger and install on Windows PC. Threema. The Secure Messenger is free Communication app, developed by Threema GmbH. Latest version of Threema. The Secure Messenger is 5.2.4, was released on 2024-03-21 (updated on 2024-04-18). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 5,000,000. Overall rating of Threema. The Secure Messenger is 4,1. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 72,488 users, 9,392 users had rated it 5*, 44,817 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Threema. The Secure Messenger on Windows?

Instruction on how to install Threema. The Secure Messenger on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Threema. The Secure Messenger on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

  1. Install using BlueStacks
  2. Install using NoxPlayer

Step By Step Guide To Install Threema. The Secure Messenger using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "Threema. The Secure Messenger" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install Threema. The Secure Messenger on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "Threema. The Secure Messenger" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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Download older versions

Other versions available: 5.2.4.

Download Threema. The Secure Messenger 5.2.4 on Windows PC – 1 MB

Threema is the world’s best-selling secure messenger and keeps your data out of the hands of hackers, corporations, and governments. The service can be used completely anonymously. Threema is open source and offers every feature one would expect from a state-of-the-art instant messenger. The app also allows you to make end-to-end encrypted voice, video, and group calls. Using the desktop app and the web client, you can also use Threema from your desktop.

PRIVACY AND ANONYMITY
Threema is designed from the ground up to generate as little data on servers as possible. Group memberships and contact lists are managed on your device only and never stored on our servers. Messages are immediately deleted after they have been delivered. Local files are stored encrypted on your mobile phone or tablet. All this effectively prevents the collection and misuse of your personal information, including metadata. Threema is fully compliant with the European privacy legislation (GDPR).

ROCK-SOLID ENCRYPTION
Threema end-to-end encrypts all your communication, including messages, voice and video calls, group chats, files, and even status messages. Only the intended recipient, and nobody else, can read your messages. Threema uses the trusted open source NaCl cryptography library for encryption. The encryption keys are generated and safely stored on the users’ devices to prevent backdoor access or copies.

COMPREHENSIVE FEATURES
Threema is not only an encrypted and private messenger but also versatile and feature-rich.

• Write text and send voice messages
• Make voice, video and group calls
• Share videos pictures and locations
• Send any type of file (pdf animated gif, mp3, doc, zip, etc.)
• Use the desktop app or the web client to chat from your computer
• Create groups
• Conduct polls with the poll feature
• Choose between a dark and a light theme
• Quickly and silently reply with the unique agree/disagree feature
• Verify the identity of a contact by scanning their personal QR code
• Use Threema as anonymous instant messaging tool
• Synchronize your contacts (optional)

SERVERS IN SWITZERLAND
All our servers are located in Switzerland, and we develop our software in-house.

FULL ANONYMITY
Each Threema user receives a random Threema ID for identification. A phone number or email address is not required to use Threema. This unique feature allows you to use Threema completely anonymously – no need to give up private information or to open an account.

OPEN SOURCE AND AUDITS
The source code of the Threema app is open for everyone to review. On top of that, renowned experts are regularly commissioned to conduct systematic security audits of Threema’s code.

NO ADS, NO TRACKERS
Threema is not financed by advertising and does not collect user data.

SUPPORT / CONTACT
For questions or problems please consult our FAQs: https://threema.ch/en/faq
- Added a highlighter pen function to image editor
- Support for animated WebP images
- Numerous optimizations and bug fixes