Messenger with self-destruction - the best chat apps

There are now many messenger apps with a self-destruction feature. You can read which ones are really worthwhile in our practical tip.

Self-Destruction Messenger Telegram: app with secret chats

• The Telegram Messsenger is a messenger that has existed since 2013 and is available on the computer in addition to iOS or Android.
• The protocol used by Telegram is very open source and the developer studio relies on privacy.
• So you can also create a "secret chat" with your friends, which will self-destruct after a set time. Since secret chats at Telegram are not saved on the server, this chat really disappeared afterwards.

Wickr: Self-destruction à la Snapchat

After Snapchat (Android / iOS) had some security problems, alternatives came on the market. So also the app Wickr.

• This can hold its own against Snapchat and has all the important functions.
• So it is possible to create photo or text chats with self-destruction timer.
• In addition, you do not have to register with Wickr with your telephone number. So you can use Messenger completely anonymously.

Snapchat app with security issues

With Snapchat, the first chat app with self-destruction mode came into the stores. But recent events have brought the popular messenger into disrepute: Snapchat photos have surfaced on the web and it is very easy to save and even restore the photos.

Tip: Also read our comparison of the two messengers Telegram and WhatsApp.