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Back in 2018, Signal allowed the user to set a passphrase to secure the local message database. But this option was removed with the introduction of file-based encryption on Android. Molly brings it back again with additional security features.
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Molly connects to the Signal server, so you can chat with your Signal contacts seamlessly. Please remember to review the [Signal Terms & Privacy Policy](https://signal.org/legal/) before signing up.
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Molly connects to Signal's servers, so you can chat with your Signal contacts seamlessly. Before signing up, please remember to review the [Signal Terms & Privacy Policy](https://signal.org/legal/).
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We update Molly every two weeks to include the latest features and bug fixes from Signal. The exceptions are security issues, which are patched as soon as fixes become available.
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We update Molly every two weeks to include the latest Signal features and fixes. The exceptions are security patches, which are applied as soon as they are available.
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## Download
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alt="Get it on F-Droid"
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height="80">](https://molly.im/fdroid/)
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There are two flavors to choose from download: **Molly** or **Molly-FOSS**. Learn the differences [below](#free-and-open-source) and download the right one for you.
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There are two versions available: **Molly** or **Molly-FOSS**. Learn the differences [below](#free-and-open-source) and download the right one for you.
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You can also download**Molly-FOSS** from [Accrescent](https://accrescent.app/):
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You can also get**Molly-FOSS** from [Accrescent](https://accrescent.app/):
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<ahref="https://accrescent.app/app/im.molly.app">
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<img alt="Get it on Accrescent"
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src="https://accrescent.app/badges/get-it-on.png"
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</a>
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Signing certificate fingerprints to [verify](https://developer.android.com/studio/command-line/apksigner#usage-verify) the APK:
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To [verify](https://developer.android.com/studio/command-line/apksigner#usage-verify) the APK, use the following signing certificate fingerprints:
To explore latest experimental features, consider **Molly Insider**, our dedicated app for beta testing. Find out more here: [Molly Insider on GitHub](https://github.com/mollyim/mollyim-insider-android).
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## Features
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Molly has unique features compared to Signal:
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-**Data encryption at rest** - Protect the database with [passphrase encryption](https://github.com/mollyim/mollyim-android/wiki/Data-Encryption-At-Rest)
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-**Data encryption at rest** - Protect your app database with [passphrase encryption](https://github.com/mollyim/mollyim-android/wiki/Data-Encryption-At-Rest)
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-**Secure RAM wiper** - Securely shred sensitive data from device memory
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-**Automatic lock** - Lock the app automatically under certain conditions
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-**Multi-device support** -- Link multiple devices, including Android tablets, to a single account
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-**Automatic lock** - Lock the app automatically under user-defined conditions
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-**Multi-device support** - Link multiple devices to a single Signal account, including Android tablets
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-**UnifiedPush** - Receive push notifications without Google through the UnifiedPush protocol
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-**Block unknown contacts** - Block messages and calls from unknown senders for security and anti-spam
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-**Disappearing call history** - Clear call notifications together with expiring messages
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-**Debug logs are optional** - Android logging can be disabled
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-**Custom backup scheduling** - Choose between a daily or weekly interval and the number of backups to retain
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-**Disappearing call history** - Clear call logs together with expiring messages
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-**Custom backup scheduling** - Set daily or weekly interval and the number of backups to retain
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-**SOCKS proxy and Tor support** - Tunnel app network traffic via proxy and Orbot
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-**Debug logs are optional** - Android logging can be disabled
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For the [UnifiedPush](#unifiedpush) version of Molly, the following features are additionally available:
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-**UnifiedPush support**: Receive push notifications through the UnifiedPush protocol
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Besides that, you will find all the features of Signal plus some minor tweaks and improvements. As with Signal, SMS is not supported.
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Additionally, you will find all the features of Signal, along with some minor tweaks and improvements.
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## Free and Open-Source
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Molly is open-source just like Signal. But Signal uses Google's proprietary software to provide some key features.
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Molly is open-source just like Signal. But Signal depends on proprietary Google software for some features.
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To support a 100% free and auditable app, Molly comes in two flavors: one with proprietary blobs like Signal and one without. They are called Molly and Molly-FOSS, respectively. You can install the flavor of your choice at any time, and it will replace any previously installed version. The data and settings will be preserved so that you do not have to re-register.
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To support a 100% free and auditable app, Molly comes in two versions: one with proprietary blobs like Signal, and one without. They are called Molly and Molly-FOSS, respectively. You can install the flavor of your choice at any time, and it will replace any previously installed version. The data and settings will be preserved so that you do not have to re-register.
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### UnifiedPush
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### Feature Comparison
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[Molly-UP](https://github.com/mollyim/mollyim-android-unifiedpush) is a separate app based on Molly-FOSS. It incorporates the ability to receive notifications through a UnifiedPush provider.
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Here's how some key features work in different versions of the app:
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> [!IMPORTANT]
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> Molly-UP **requires** an instance of [mollysocket](https://github.com/mollyim/mollysocket) to work with a UnifiedPush provider. This can be done on a machine you control.
| Location sharing | ✔ OpenStreetMap | ⚠ Google Maps | ⚠ Google Maps |
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If Molly-UP is set up as a secondary linked device, UnifiedPush notifications will not be available.
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<sup>(1)</sup> You might need to turn off system-level battery restrictions for the app to receive messages when the app isn't open.
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### Dependency Comparison
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### UnifiedPush
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This table lists the current status of the dependencies:
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[UnifiedPush](https://unifiedpush.org/) is an open standard for delivering push notifications, offering a privacy-friendly alternative to Google's proprietary FCM service. It allows users to choose their own notification distributor.
| Location provider | ✔ OpenStreetMap | ✔ OpenStreetMap | ⚠ Google Maps | ⚠ Google Maps |
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> To use UnifiedPush notifications, you need access to a [MollySocket](https://github.com/mollyim/mollysocket) server to link your Signal account to UnifiedPush. You can either run MollySocket on a server you control (strongly advised) or use a public instance.
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<sup>(1)</sup> You may need to disable the system battery optimizations to receive Websocket-based push notifications in background.<br>
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Currently, UnifiedPush is unavailable for linked devices.
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## Compatibility with Signal
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Molly and Signal apps can be installed on the same device. If you need a 2nd number to chat, you can use Molly along with Signal.
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Molly and Signal apps can be installed on the same device. If you need a second number for messaging, you can register Molly with a different number while keeping Signal active. Any phone number capable of receiving SMS or calls can be used during registration.
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However, you cannot use the same phone number on both apps at the same time. Only the last app registered will remain active, and the other will go offline. Remember that you are not limited to use only your main phone number - you can use any number on which you can receive SMS or phone calls at registration.
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If you wish to use the same phone number for both Molly and Signal, you must register Molly as a linked device. Registering the same number independently on both apps will result in only the most recently registered app staying active, while the other will go offline.
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If you are currently a Signal user and want to use Molly instead of Signal
For Signal users looking to switch to Molly without changing the phone number, please refer to the [Migrating From Signal](https://github.com/mollyim/mollyim-android/wiki/Migrating-From-Signal) guide on the wiki.
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## Backups
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Backups are fully compatible. Signal [backups](https://support.signal.org/hc/en-us/articles/360007059752-Backup-and-Restore-Messages) can be restored in Molly, and the other way around, simply by choosing the backup folder and file. However, to import a backup from Signal you must use a matching or newer version of Molly.
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For older releases of Android, you might need to rename the backup file and copy it into the expected path, so the app can find the backup to restore during installation. These are the locations within internal storage where backups are written by default:
Backups are fully compatible. Signal [backups](https://support.signal.org/hc/en-us/articles/360007059752-Backup-and-Restore-Messages) can be restored in Molly, and the other way around, simply by choosing the backup folder and file. However, to import a backup from Signal, you must use a matching or newer version of Molly.
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## Feedback
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-[Submit bugs and feature requests](https://github.com/mollyim/mollyim-android/issues)
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-[Submit bugs and feature requests](https://github.com/mollyim/mollyim-android/issues) on GitHub
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- Join us at [#mollyim:matrix.org](https://matrix.to/#/#mollyim:matrix.org) on Matrix
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- For news, tips and tricks follow [@mollyim](https://fosstodon.org/@mollyim) on Mastodon
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- For news, tips, and tricks, follow [@mollyim](https://fosstodon.org/@mollyim) on Mastodon
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## Reproducible Builds
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## Disclaimer
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This project is *NOT* sponsored by Signal Messenger or Signal Foundation.
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This project is *NOT* sponsored by Signal Messenger or the Signal Foundation.
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The software is produced independently of Signal and carries no guarantee about quality, security or anything else. Use at your own risk.
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