Quicksy

Name: Quicksy
Rating: 3.6666667 (176 reviews)
Author: Daniel Gultsch

By: Daniel Gultsch App

An XMPP client with Easy Entry and Easy Discovery

This app was removed from Google Play Store on 2026-07-20

Overview

Removed

Downloads

18,970

Data as of 2026-07-20

Rating:

3.67

(176)

Version:

2.19.15+playstore

Last updated: 2026-03-31

Features & Capabilities

Quicksy is a user-friendly XMPP client designed for simple entry and easy contact discovery. By signing up with your phone number, it automatically suggests contacts from your address book, enhancing communication without manual setup. Based on the renowned Conversations client, Quicksy maintains a similar interface, making it easy for users to migrate between apps without relearning. The app supports messaging across any public federated XMPP server, promoting open communication. Available for free on the Google Play Store, Quicksy's source code is open under the GPLv3 license on Github, emphasizing transparency and community development.

With Quicksy, users benefit from both the robust features of XMPP and a streamlined experience that simplifies contact management. Adding contacts is straightforward using the format +phonenumber@quicksy.im, ensuring connectivity within and beyond the Quicksy community. This combination of accessibility, open-source foundation, and interoperability makes Quicksy an ideal choice for secure and hassle-free messaging.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

2.19.15+playstore Last updated: 2026-03-31

Version code:

4217304

Creation date:

2018-11-13

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Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE Very high risk
android.permission.READ_CONTACTS Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA High risk
android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS High risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.READ_PROFILE High risk

Size:

22.26MB

Email:

in*****@siacs.eu

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

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Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-20

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Developed by:: Daniel Gultsch
Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=im.quicksy.client
Email:: in*****@siacs.eu
Website:: https://quicksy.im

User Reviews

Quicksy is praised for its privacy respect, simplicity, and user-friendly approach to XMPP messaging, making it great for beginners. Users appreciate its open-source nature and easy setup through phone-number registration. However, common complaints include slow or problematic SMS registration, limited account and server options, intrusive permission requests in updates, and issues with desktop/Linux support. Some find the UI outdated, though overall it serves well as a secure gateway app for those new to XMPP.

Pros

Respects user privacy and is open source without background tracking.
User-friendly and great for beginners new to XMPP/Jabber.
Simple setup with phone-number-based registration and easy transition to XMPP.
Polished interface and good overall user experience.
Works well as a gateway app to more advanced XMPP clients.

Cons

Registration via SMS can be slow or fail (e.g., waiting hours).
Limited account management: cannot choose server or use multiple accounts.
Recent updates requesting intrusive permissions like device ID and call information.
UI looks outdated to some users.
Lack of desktop/Linux support and difficulty using credentials outside the app.