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Fossify

fossify.org·Communication & Collaboration

Fossify is a suite of open-source mobile applications developed with a focus on privacy, simplicity, and community involvement. The project aims to provide users with ad-free apps that avoid unnecessary permissions and allow for customizable colors. Fossify positions itself as a continuation of the legacy of SimpleMobileTools, explicitly stating that it is a fork of that now unmaintained project. The suite is designed to empower individuals and communities by offering technology that respects user privacy and maintains straightforward usability. The Fossify apps are community-backed and emphasize being both free and open source. The evidence highlights that these apps are intended for mobile platforms, though it does not specify which operating systems are supported. The project’s mission centers on building privacy-first mobile applications accessible to everyone, with the goal of creating a secure and user-friendly digital environment. Among the suite's offerings, examples such as a calendar and contact management tool are mentioned, each described as open source, ad-free, and designed with privacy as a core principle. The calendar app is noted for being flexible, customizable, and capable of seamless syncing, along with features such as importing celebrations and offering filter and map views. The contact management tool is described as the next evolution in its category, though further details are not provided in the available evidence. Fossify’s approach is grounded in community contribution and transparency, inviting users to participate in developing and improving its suite of applications. The evidence does not provide information about pricing, specific licensing terms, or detailed technical integrations, but it does emphasize the open-source and ad-free nature of the apps. The platform is positioned as a class of privacy-focused, open-source mobile tools designed to meet everyday needs while safeguarding user privacy.

Open SourceGPL-3.0
WebAndroid
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Visit fossify.org↗
⭐2.0k
stars
🍴190
forks
✓5
features
📅2016
since

Overview

5 features

Fossify sits in PulseGate's Communication & Collaboration category. It provides a privacy-focused, open-source messaging app without ads or unnecessary permissions. It is built as an open-source project for android users seeking private messaging apps. Fossify is open source under the GPL-3.0 license. Fossify is available on the web and Android.

Behind Fossify is Fossify, and the product first shipped in 2016. Development happens publicly on GitHub with 2k stars and 56 commits in the last 90 days. Key capabilities include messaging, ad-free, and privacy-focused.

  • ✓Messaging
  • ✓Ad-free
  • ✓Privacy-focused
  • ✓Customizable colors
  • ✓Open source

Tags

privacy-messagingopen-source-androidad-free-appssimplemobiletools-fork

Built with & integrations

Framework
astro
Runs on
BrowserAndroid

Trust & compliance

LicenseGPL-3.0
Verified signals
✓ HTTPS✓ Open Source✓ Free tier✓ GitHub · ★ 2.0k✓ Active maintenance✓ Store-verified publisher

Recent events

Latest indexed changes and source events

  1. IndexedJul 11, 10:34 AM

    Fossify Messages verified by the PulseGate indexer

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Frequently asked questions about Fossify

What does Fossify do?
Fossify provides a privacy-focused, open-source messaging app without ads or unnecessary permissions. It is catalogued under Communication & Collaboration on PulseGate.
Who is Fossify for?
Fossify is an open-source project built for android users seeking private messaging apps.
Is Fossify free?
Yes — Fossify is open source under the GPL-3.0 license and free to use.
What platforms does Fossify run on?
Fossify runs on the web and Android.
Is Fossify still maintained?
PulseGate's automated liveness checks currently classify Fossify as active. The GitHub repository shows 56 commits in the last 90 days.
What are alternatives to Fossify?
Similar tools tracked by PulseGate include Fossify Thank You, FOS, and FOSHO AFF.Fossify Thank YouFOSFOSHO AFF
Who makes Fossify?
Fossify is developed by Fossify.
When did Fossify launch?
Fossify first shipped in 2016.

At a glance

Pricing
Open Source
Platforms
Mobile · Web
Languages
English
Open source
Yes · ★ 2.0k
License
GPL-3.0
First seen
Jul 11, 2026
Activity
🟢 Active
Status
🟢 Active
Built for
Android users seeking private messaging apps
Model
Open source
Solves
Provides a privacy-focused, open-source messaging app without ads or unnecessary permissions.

Developer

Fossify
Community-driven
↗ GitHub

Open source

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⭐ Stars
2,022
🍴 Forks
190
Open issues
292
Last commit
1w ago
Commits 90d
56
Contributors
457
Authorship
Community-driven
Default branch
main
Latest release
1.10.3 · 5mo ago

Live coverage

Confidence
High · 94
Indexed
Jul 11, 2026
Lifecycle
Alive
Activity
Active
First seen
Jul 2026
Last seen
4d ago
Identity audit (9)
Entity ID
cmrg8aic007wr8o22hksbyqor
Slug
fossify-messages-fossify-org
Verification state
Indexed for public listing
Claim / listing state
Unclaimed · listed: yes
Index status
Included in index
Latest evidence snapshot
Jul 11, 2026
Timeline basis
Indexed-at chronology (no inferred launch/funding milestones).
Last updated
Jul 13, 2026
Canonical URL
https://fossify.org/

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