Your data,
your rules
Unlike centralized platforms that harvest your data for profit, Harmony puts you in control. Self-host, encrypt, and own your conversations.
Privacy by Design
Built from the ground up with your privacy in mind
End-to-End Encryption
Optional E2EE using Matrix-like encryption for messages and WebRTC encryption for voice/video calls.
Self-Hosting Option
Run your own Harmony instance for complete control over your data and privacy policies.
Decentralized Network
No single company controls the network. Pick an instance you trust or run your own.
Open Source
Fully auditable codebase. See exactly how your data is handled.
Why we built Harmony
Discord is great software, but it comes with serious privacy concerns:
- Tencent InvestmentDiscord received significant investment from Tencent, a company known for data harvesting and surveillance.
- All Data CentralizedEvery message, call, and file goes through Discord's servers. They can read everything.
- No EncryptionMessages are stored in plaintext. Discord employees and hackers can access them.
- Walled GardenYou can only communicate with other Discord users. No interoperability.
- Account DependencyLose your account = lose everything. No backup, no export, no appeal.
Harmony vs Discord
See how we compare on privacy and data ownership
End-to-End Encryption
Harmony uses Matrix-compatible Megolm encryption-the same encryption used by Element and other Matrix clients. Your messages are encrypted on your device and can only be decrypted by the intended recipients.
- Perfect Forward SecrecyNew encryption keys for each session
- Zero KnowledgeServer operators can't read your messages
- Encrypted CallsVoice & video encrypted with WebRTC Insertable Streams
- Optional Per-ServerEnable E2EE where you need it most
Take back your privacy
Join Harmony and keep your conversations truly private.