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Sideband is a privacy-focused, peer-to-peer mesh messaging protocol and platform that allows users to communicate directly over local networks or the internet without servers. It emphasizes metadata resistance and secure message delivery, working effectively in offline, low-bandwidth, or disaster recovery scenarios. Built-in Rust, Sideband supports encrypted group messaging, file transfers, and network self-discovery. It is ideal for use in community networks, crisis response, and decentralized communications infrastructure.
Features
- Peer-to-peer encrypted messaging protocol
- Operates without central servers or internet access
- Local and internet mesh network support
- Focused on metadata privacy and anonymity
- Group chats and direct file sharing
- Self-discovery of peers in local networks
- Written in Rust for performance and safety
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