open sourceOpen SourceSelf-host★ 9.3kactive oct 2026
Berty
Secure peer-to-peer messaging, always accessible.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-04
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/berty/berty or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Telegram Premium.
Replaces 2 paid apps
up to $20/mo ($240/yr) in subscriptions
Berty FAQ
Common questions
Is Berty free and open source?+
Berty is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Secure peer-to-peer messaging, always accessible.
What paid software does Berty replace?+
Berty serves as a free replacement for 2 paid SaaS applications: Telegram Premium, WhatsApp Business, saving up to $20/month ($240/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up Berty?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/berty/berty or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
What is the catch or trade-off with Berty?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Telegram Premium.