anchat-releases/README.md

<h1 align="center">AnChat</h1>

<p align="center">
  <strong>Decentralized Web3 Social Chat</strong><br>
  Private, post-quantum encrypted messaging with a built-in multi-chain wallet
</p>

<p align="center">
  <a href="https://anchat.io">Website</a> •
  <a href="https://github.com/DeBrosDAO/anchat-releases/releases">Releases</a> •
  <a href="https://linktr.ee/debrosofficial">Official Links</a>
</p>

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  <a href="https://github.com/DeBrosDAO/anchat-releases/releases/latest"><img src="https://img.shields.io/badge/version-5.0.0--beta-6C5CE7" alt="Version 5.0.0-beta"></a>
  <img src="https://img.shields.io/badge/platform-iOS%20%7C%20Android-lightgrey" alt="Platform iOS | Android">
  <img src="https://img.shields.io/badge/status-open%20beta-brightgreen" alt="Open Beta">
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## About

AnChat is a decentralized social chat application built on the [Orama Network](https://orama.network), an open-source peer-to-peer ecosystem.

**No email. No phone number. No data collection.** Create an account in seconds with the built-in wallet and start chatting — anyone can join.

## Features

- **Post-Quantum End-to-End Encryption** — Messages and group keys are protected with a hybrid X25519 + ML-KEM-768 scheme, resistant to future quantum attacks
- **Open Sign-Up** — Anyone can create an account. A built-in self-custodial wallet ([RootWallet](https://rootwallet.io)) is generated on the spot — no external wallet or approval needed
- **Built-in Multi-Chain Wallet** — Send & receive on **Solana, Ethereum, Base, and Bitcoin**, plus your NFTs. More networks coming as RootWallet expands
- **Direct Messages, Groups & Rooms** — 1-on-1 chats, group conversations, and topic-based rooms
- **Voice & Video Calls** — Encrypted P2P audio and HD video calling, including background & lock-screen incoming calls
- **Rich Messaging** — Replies, reactions, mentions, edits, read receipts, and in-chat search
- **Attachments** — Share photos, videos, voice memos, and documents
- **Stealth Mode** — One tap enables five privacy protections: Touch Reveal, Invite Only, Screenshot Block, Voice Mask, and Ghost Trail
- **Vanish** — Delete your account and data completely
- **Zero Data Collection** — Your keys and data never leave your control; nothing is monetized
- **Censorship Resistant** — Decentralized infrastructure with no central point of control

## Subscriptions

AnChat is funded by subscriptions — no ads, ever. Free, **Premium**, and **VIP** tiers unlock more storage, unlimited groups, and unlimited call minutes. Pay in **USDC** or **ANCHAT** on Solana. DeBros NFT holders get **lifetime** Premium or VIP access, unlocked automatically on sign-in.

See [premium.anchat.io](https://premium.anchat.io) for tiers and pricing.

## Upcoming Features

- AI Assistant integration
- Social feed & posts
- Group Video Spaces
- Stickers & GIFs
- Color Themes
- Additional wallet networks (via [RootWallet](https://rootwallet.io))
- Mini dApp deployment

## What's New

### v5.0.0-beta

- **New architecture & infrastructure** — rebuilt local-first for instant, offline-tolerant messaging over a single persistent connection to the Orama Network
- **Post-quantum E2EE** — hybrid X25519 + ML-KEM-768 encryption
- **Open sign-up** — anyone can create an account with the built-in [RootWallet](https://rootwallet.io)
- **Built-in multi-chain wallet** — Solana, Ethereum, Base, Bitcoin + NFTs
- **Stealth Mode** privacy suite (Touch Reveal, Invite Only, Screenshot Block, Voice Mask, Ghost Trail)
- **Crypto subscriptions** — Premium / VIP tiers; DeBros NFT holders get lifetime access
- Documents & file sharing, in-chat search, and call history
- Improved push notifications, delivery, and sync reliability

See the [Releases](https://github.com/DeBrosDAO/anchat-releases/releases) page for the full history.

## Installation

### Requirements

AnChat Lite supports **iOS 18.0 or later** and **Android 14 or later**.

### Coming from a version older than v5.0.0?

> ⚠️ **A one-time clean install is required.**

AnChat v5.0.0 is a complete rebuild — a brand-new app with a new architecture and
a new database — so it cannot carry over data from any earlier version (v4.x and
below). If you still have an older version installed, do a clean install once:

1. **Uninstall the old AnChat app** (v4.x or earlier). Updating over the existing
   app is **not enough** — the old data must be removed.
2. **Install the latest AnChat fresh** (v5.0.0 or newer).
3. Open the app and either **create a new account**, or import an existing
   **Solana or Ethereum private key**.

> **Already on v5.0.0 or newer?** Nothing to do. When a new version (v5.1, v6, …)
> is released, just update the app normally — no uninstall, no reinstall, and your
> account and messages are preserved.

### iOS

1. Install [TestFlight](https://apps.apple.com/app/testflight/id899247664) from the App Store
2. Open the [TestFlight invitation link](https://testflight.apple.com/join/GzQ2gvx4)
3. Tap "Accept" to join the beta
4. Install AnChat Lite from TestFlight

### Android (Google Play)

Download directly from [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=debros.anchat_lite).

### GrapheneOS

#### Direct APK Download
1. Download the latest APK from [Releases](https://github.com/DeBrosDAO/anchat-releases/releases)
2. Open the file using the Files app
3. Tap to install (GrapheneOS handles permissions)

Also available via [Aurora Store](https://auroraoss.com/).

#### Via Obtainium
[Obtainium](https://github.com/ImranR98/Obtainium) allows you to install and auto-update apps directly from GitHub:

1. Install Obtainium from [F-Droid](https://f-droid.org/packages/dev.imranr.obtainium.fdroid/) or [GitHub](https://github.com/ImranR98/Obtainium/releases)
2. Open Obtainium and tap **Add App**
3. Enter: `https://github.com/DeBrosDAO/anchat-releases`
4. Enable **"Include pre-releases"** to get the latest beta versions
5. Tap **Add**

Obtainium will automatically notify you when new versions are available.

### Solana Mobile

Find AnChat Lite on the Solana dApp Store for Seeker and Saga devices.

## Access

AnChat is in **open beta** — anyone can create an account, no invite or NFT required. Holding a [DeBros NFT](https://debros.io/nft) unlocks **lifetime** Premium or VIP access automatically on sign-in:

| Collection | Supply | Grants | Marketplace |
|------------|--------|--------|-------------|
| Community NFT | 700 | Premium lifetime | [Tensor](https://www.tensor.trade/trade/debros) |
| Team NFT | 100 | VIP lifetime | [Tensor](https://www.tensor.trade/trade/debros_team) |

> **Beta notice:** The built-in wallet ([RootWallet](https://rootwallet.io)) has **not yet been audited** and is in beta. Do not store or move large amounts while testing — use small amounts until it is fully vetted.

## Built With

- [Orama Network](https://orama.network) — Open-source P2P infrastructure
- [RootWallet](https://rootwallet.io) — Self-custodial multi-chain wallet (DeBros project)

## Issues & Feedback

Found a bug or have a suggestion? Feel free to [open an issue](https://github.com/DeBrosDAO/anchat-releases/issues) in this repository.

## Links

| | |
|---|---|
| Website | [anchat.io](https://anchat.io) |
| All Links | [linktr.ee/debrosofficial](https://linktr.ee/debrosofficial) |
| NFT Info | [debros.io/nft](https://debros.io/nft) |

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<p align="center">
  <sub>Built with privacy in mind by <a href="https://debros.io">DeBros</a></sub>
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