# Tholara

> Tholara - Secure Ephemeral Messaging

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.afternext.tholara](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.afternext.tholara)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.afternext.tholara`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** After Next
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 2
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-17
- **First published:** 2026-02-04
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 3.25 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.afternext.tholara)
- **Website:** [https://tholara.com](https://tholara.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://tholara.com/privacy](https://tholara.com/privacy)

## Description

TRUE END-TO-END ENCRYPTION<br>- Real ECDH (Elliptic Curve Diffie-Hellman) key exchange using secp256r1 curve<br>- AES-256-GCM encryption with authenticated encryption<br>- Shared secret derived locally - server CANNOT decrypt your messages<br>- Unique encryption keys generated for each session<br>- Verify connection security with fingerprint codes<br> <br>NO ACCOUNTS, NO TRACKING<br>- No phone number required<br>- No email registration<br>- No personal data collected<br>- No message history stored on servers<br>- Connect using only a 6-digit peer code<br> <br>EPHEMERAL BY DESIGN<br>- Messages exist only during active sessions<br>- Photos can be viewed only twice, 10 seconds each, then permanently deleted<br>- Session expires automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity<br>- Leave chat anytime - all data is instantly destroyed<br>- Screenshot protection enabled by default<br> <br>PEER-TO-PEER CONNECTION<br>- Direct connection between two devices<br>- No central message storage<br>- Server only facilitates initial handshake<br>- Messages forwarded encrypted - server sees only ciphertext<br> <br>SECURITY FEATURES<br>- Rate limiting protection against brute force attacks<br>- Session tokens transmitted via secure headers, not URLs<br>- No message metadata logging<br>- Automatic dark/light theme based on time of day<br>- Screen capture and recording blocked<br> <br>HOW IT WORKS<br>1. Open the app and receive your unique 6-digit code<br>2. Share your code with your peer (in person, call, etc.)<br>3. Enter your peer&#39;s code to connect<br>4. Verify the security fingerprint matches on both devices<br>5. Start messaging with complete privacy<br>6. Leave chat when done - everything disappears<br> <br>BEAUTIFUL DESIGN<br>- Minimalist, distraction-free interface<br>- Dark theme (black &amp; gold) for night use<br>- Light theme (white &amp; red) for day use<br>- Automatic theme switching at sunset/sunrise<br>- Manual theme toggle available<br> <br>FEATURES<br>- Text messaging with reply support<br>- Ephemeral photo sharing (view twice, then deleted)<br>- Real-time message delivery<br>- Connection status indicators<br>- Copy message to clipboard<br>- Smooth animations and transitions<br> <br>WHAT MAKES THOLARA DIFFERENT<br>Unlike other messaging apps, Tholara doesn&#39;t just promise privacy - it enforces it through design:<br> <br>- No accounts means no identity to track<br>- Ephemeral sessions mean no history to subpoena<br>- True E2E encryption means even we can&#39;t read your messages<br>- Peer codes expire, preventing unauthorized access<br>- Photos self-destruct after viewing<br> <br>Perfect for:<br>- Confidential business discussions<br>- Private personal conversations<br>- Sharing sensitive information<br>- Anyone who values digital privacy<br> <br>Tholara is open about its security model. We use industry-standard cryptographic primitives and our encryption cannot be bypassed by the server operator.<br> <br>Your privacy is not a feature - it&#39;s the foundation.<br> <br>Download Tholara and experience truly private messaging.

## Rankings

- #3,073,646 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.afternext.tholara.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`

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