> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://vector-privacy.gitbook.io/vector-privacy/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://vector-privacy.gitbook.io/vector-privacy/vector-messenger/intro/welcome.md).

# Welcome

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Welcome to Vector Messenger! Here you will find everything you need to know, from how to use it and how it works, to its features and more. If you have any questions, check out the Guides below.

Vector Messenger is intended for everyday use with friends, family, colleagues, companies, organizations, announcement channels, and more. Developed with a ***Privacy by Principle*** philosophy, Vector is a standalone protocol built to remain private, secure, and timeless.

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* Free & Open-Source
* End-to-End Encryption
* Decentralized Data Storage
* Censorship-Resistant
* No KYC (No email, no phone, etc.)
* No Metadata Collected
* No Ads/Spam

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Currently supported for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android. iOS Soon™
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