beskedapps

Beskedapps, also known as messaging apps, are software applications that enable real-time communication over the internet between individuals or groups. They typically offer text messaging, voice and video calls, file and media sharing, and presence indicators, with synchronized delivery across multiple devices. Many also support group chats, stickers, end-to-end encryption, and integration with other services such as cloud storage or payment features.

Historically, messaging migrated from SMS to internet-based services in the 2000s, with early desktop clients and instant-messaging protocols laying the groundwork. The rise of smartphones around 2007–2010 accelerated adoption of cross-platform apps such as WhatsApp (launched 2009), Telegram (2013), and Signal (2013).

Security and privacy vary by app. Several popular services offer end-to-end encryption, meaning only communicating users can read messages, while others secure data in transit but retain server-side access or metadata. Users should review privacy policies, encryption features, and data-retention practices. Business models commonly rely on free-to-use software supported by advertisements, optional paid features, or data-based monetization, depending on the region and regulatory framework.

Clients are available on mobile (iOS, Android), desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux), and via web browsers. In many regions, messaging apps have become essential for personal communication, customer service, and organizational coordination. The category overlaps with social platforms that include messaging as a core feature.

Common examples include WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Telegram, Signal, iMessage, WeChat, and Viber, with availability and features varying by country and platform.