Continuous post-quantum key exchange protects messages and metadata.
Images, videos and files stay encrypted at rest and in transit.
Encrypted voice notes and calls with private push notifications.
Direct connections. No central server, no single point of failure.
Auto-erase per chat, or nuke on wrong PIN entry.
No phone number, email or user IDs — not even random keys.
Only your device stores profiles, contacts and messages.
Protects who you talk with from network servers and observers.
One-to-one, groups and broadcast channels.
High quality calls with adaptive bitrate.
Send files up to 10 GB securely.
Set TTL per chat. Screenshot detection.
Wipe local data after repeated failed unlocks.
PIN-only to avoid hardware leakage risks.
Obfuscated notifications without metadata.
Built-in Tor routing for private connectivity.
Stealth icons to blend in on your device.
Dive into the architecture behind Asterix — a P2P, end‑to‑end encrypted messenger engineered for privacy, performance, and sovereignty.
| Topic | Asterix* | Telegram | Signal | Viber | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| End-to-End by default | Optional (Secret Chats) | ||||
| Post-quantum keying | Continuous | Not public | Not public | Not public | Not public |
| P2P routing | |||||
| No central servers | |||||
| Disappearing messages | |||||
| No phone number | Username | ||||
| Private notifications | Limited | Limited | Limited | Limited | |
| Media/file E2E | Secret Chats | ||||
| Open-source client | F-Droid build | Partial | Partial | Partial | |
| Group size | Large | Large | Very large | Large | Large |
| Max file size | 10 GB | Varies | Large | Varies | Varies |
| Multi-device | |||||
| Ads/monetization | No ads | Business features | Ads in channels | Donations | Business features |
| Tor/.onion access | Limited | Limited | Bridge | Limited | |
| Data on device only | Limited |
The hardened handset with custom OS, the Asterix* app pre-installed, private VPN, encrypted storage, and e-SIM internet. Camera, microphone and location are disabled by design.
To minimize attack surface and prevent any audio leakage. You can still send E2E text and files.
End-to-end encryption with continuous post-quantum key exchange. Keys rotate frequently and are never exposed to servers.
Up to 10 GB per file.
Contact us via the form below to receive an invoice and delivery options.
Verify network connectivity, time sync, and that your firewall allows P2P traffic.
Enable background activity for Asterix* and check data saver settings.
For security, we cannot recover a PIN. If you enabled the nuke option, multiple failed attempts will wipe local data.
For buyer anonymity, we accept payments exclusively in cryptocurrency.
Premium devices are custom‑built; refunds are limited to warranty defects per our Terms.
Yes, with granular admin controls.
No. Asterix* does not use identifiers, not even random user IDs.
Yes. Pair additional devices via a QR handshake.
Yes. You can set a timer per chat and also enable the “nuke on wrong PIN” option.
Premium OS components are under commercial terms.
Premium OS components are under commercial terms.
Premium OS components are under commercial terms.
No central servers, no user IDs, no address book uploads, and private notifications that reveal no message content or sender.
The hardened handset with custom OS, the Asterix* app pre‑installed, private VPN, encrypted storage, and e‑SIM internet. Camera, microphone and location are disabled by design.
No. Premium is intentionally sealed. If you need sensors, use the Free app on your own device.
Yes. Contact us for fleet provisioning, MDM, and private network options.
Yes, over Wi‑Fi only. The e‑SIM provides always‑on connectivity without SIM metadata.
No. Asterix does not share any information with governments. We do not have access to the messages stored on your mobile phone, and we do not cooperate or collaborate with any government body. Your messages remain on your device and are not accessible to us.
Messages from your phone can only be seen if you unlock your device (for example, by entering your PIN, password, or using biometrics) and choose to show them. Asterix cannot remotely access, retrieve, or reveal messages stored on your phone.
Questions about Premium devices or security? Our team replies within one business days.
Email: support @ asterix-app.com
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