ADAMANT Messenger is a free, open-source chat client and non-custodial crypto wallet for people who want private messaging without handing over a phone number or email address. It is built on the ADAMANT blockchain and runs as a desktop app on Windows, as well as on macOS, Linux, Android and the web. The current release is version 4.12.0.
The program suits users who care about who can see their conversations and who want to send crypto inside a chat without switching apps. On Windows it can be installed with a single winget command. The sections below cover what it does, how to set it up, where it falls short, and what to check before you install any wallet software.
What Is ADAMANT Messenger?
ADAMANT Messenger combines two tools that are often sold separately: an encrypted messenger and a wallet for digital assets. Both run on top of the ADAMANT blockchain, which handles account identity and message ordering. The repository that powers the product contains the main client for several targets, including the web, Tor, Android built with Capacitor, and desktop built with Electron.
For a Windows user, the desktop build is the relevant one. It gives you the same account and chat history as the other versions of the client, so the desktop app is one entry point rather than a separate product. Because the wallet and the chat share one interface, you can read a message asking for payment and respond with a transfer in the same window.
It is worth understanding that ADAMANT is not a cryptocurrency exchange or a custodial service. The company does not hold your funds for you, and the account itself is a cryptographic identity rather than a row in someone else's database.
Who Is ADAMANT Messenger For?
The app fits several kinds of users. The first group is people who simply do not want to give a phone number to every service they use. Registering without one is useful for a private conversation with a relative, a small team, or a community that values anonymity over convenience.
The second group is crypto holders who regularly send small amounts to friends or collaborators. Instead of copying an address from one app into another, they can keep the context of the conversation and the payment in one place.
The third group is technically minded users. Because the code is public under GPL-3.0 and the architecture allows self-hosted nodes, developers can inspect the protocol, test custom node setups, or build on the ecosystem. Privacy-focused users who route traffic through Tor may also find the Tor-friendly options useful.
How Blockchain Accounts Differ From Phone-Based Accounts
Most messengers tie your identity to a phone number and store your account on a company server. ADAMANT works differently. Your account is represented by a key pair, and the public part of that key acts as your address. Signatures created with Ed25519 prove that a message came from the holder of the matching private key.
This design has a clear consequence. If you lose access to your keys, no support team can reset them, because the account is not held by a company. Recovering access depends on the material you saved when you created the account. People coming from phone-based apps often find this the hardest part to accept.
The upside is that no single operator can lock you out of your identity, and a message's ordering and authenticity can be checked against the network rather than trusted on one provider's word. Understanding this trade-off before you start will save you problems later.
Key features
Registration Without a Phone Number or Email
End-to-End Encrypted Messaging
Decentralized Account Model
Built-In Wallets and In-Chat Transfers
Node Configuration and Failover
IPFS-Based File Sharing
Open Source Under GPL-3.0
Supported coins
The built-in wallets cover ADM, Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Dogecoin (DOGE), Dash, USDT, USDC and ERC-20 tokens. Support for ERC-20 tokens means the wallet is not limited to one Ethereum asset. The app is built around these networks for sending and receiving within conversations, so check the wallet screen in your version to confirm which assets are currently shown.
How to install ADAMANT Messenger on Windows
PS> winget install Adamant.Messenger- 1
Get the Installer from a Trusted Source
Open the official GitHub repository at github.com/Adamant-im/adamant-im and go to its Releases page to find the latest release, currently 4.12.0. Download the Windows package only from the official website or its GitHub Releases page, never from a mirror or a link sent in a chat.
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Install with winget
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run winget install Adamant.Messenger. Windows Package Manager will fetch the package and walk you through the installation prompts. Accept the defaults unless you have a specific reason to change the install location.
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Verify the File
If you downloaded the installer manually, calculate its SHA-256 hash with Get-FileHash in PowerShell and compare it with the checksum published on the release page. If a release provides a signature, verify that as well before running the file. A mismatch means the file should not be installed.
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Create Your Account and Save Recovery Data
Launch the app and create an account. No phone number or email address is requested. Write down or securely store the recovery information the app shows you, because it is the only way to restore access if the device is lost or reset.
How to use ADAMANT Messenger
Using ADAMANT Messenger is simple once the account is set up. The first session matters most, so take your time with the backup step and test with small amounts.
- Launch the app and create your account without a phone number or email address.
- Store your recovery information offline, in at least one secure place you control.
- Start a conversation with a contact who has an account on the same network.
- Open the wallet for the asset you want to use, such as ADM or ETH, and check the receiving address before sharing it.
- Send a small test transfer inside the chat to confirm the amount and address are correct.
- Open the settings to review the node list, and add your own node if you run one.
- Attach files as usual. Expect large attachments to take a little longer, since IPFS retrieval depends on available peers.
Pros & cons
- Free to use and released under the GPL-3.0 license
- No phone number or email needed to register
- Chat and built-in wallets live in one app
- Multiple nodes with health checks and failover
- Source code is public and the architecture supports self-hosting
- Tor-friendly deployment options are available
- Lost keys cannot be restored by a support team, so backup discipline is essential
- The wallet and blockchain features add complexity for people who only want a basic chat app
- Attachments depend on IPFS peer availability, which can slow large transfers
- A messaging-first design may offer fewer coin-specific tools than dedicated multi-currency wallets
Is ADAMANT Messenger safe?
ADAMANT Messenger handles account keys and crypto balances, so treat installation as you would any wallet. Download the program only from the official GitHub repository or its Releases page, and avoid copies shared through chats or unofficial download sites. Before running the installer, verify its SHA-256 checksum or signature against the values published by the project. Never enter your recovery information on a third-party website, and never share it with anyone claiming to be support. Anyone who asks for your keys is attempting a scam, regardless of how official the message looks.
- Official source only. Download from github.com/Adamant-im/adamant-im. Ignore ads and lookalike domains.
- Check the SHA-256. Compare the installer hash with the value the developer publishes before running it.
- Never share your seed phrase. No developer, support agent or website — including CryptApps — will ever ask for it.
Alternatives
Most of the similar programs in this catalog, including Cake Wallet, Stack Wallet and Coin Wallet, are presented primarily as multi-currency wallets. ADAMANT takes the opposite starting point. Its core is an encrypted messenger, and the wallet lives inside the conversation, so the chat itself becomes the place where transfers are requested and confirmed. BitPay Wallet, which is based on Copay, is another wallet-first option. If your main goal is managing many assets with a dedicated wallet interface, one of those alternatives may suit you better. If you want private messaging and occasional crypto transfers in one app, ADAMANT is the more natural fit.
Specifications
- Price
- Free
- Type
- Open source
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Latest version
- 4.12.0
- Last update
- —
- Windows support
- Yes (available via winget)
- Official site
- github.com/Adamant-im/adamant-im
- Source code
- github.com/adamant-im/adamant-im
- Install command
- winget install Adamant.Messenger
Frequently asked questions
It can be, provided you get the installer from the official GitHub repository or its Releases page and check the file before running it. Verify the SHA-256 checksum or signature, and never enter your recovery information on third-party websites. The program is open source, so its code can be reviewed by anyone who wants to inspect it.
No. Accounts are created without a phone number or an email address. The client also does not scan your contact book by default, so registration does not require linking your identity to a SIM card or inbox.
Yes, the program is free to download and use. It is released under the GPL-3.0 license, which allows you to read, modify and redistribute the source code under the terms of that license.
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run winget install Adamant.Messenger. The Windows Package Manager downloads and installs the program. Before relying on it, confirm that the release you installed matches the latest version on the official GitHub Releases page.
The built-in wallets support ADM, Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Dogecoin (DOGE), Dash, USDT, USDC and ERC-20 tokens. Transfers can be made directly inside a chat. Check the wallet screen in your installed version to confirm which assets are currently shown.
Yes. The wallet is non-custodial, which means your keys stay on your side and the company does not hold your funds. This gives you full control over your assets, but it also means you are responsible for backing up your recovery information.
The project describes Tor-friendly deployment options, and a Tor build is one of the client targets alongside the desktop, Android and web versions. Using Tor can add latency, so test the connection before relying on it for time-sensitive conversations.
Verdict
ADAMANT Messenger suits people who want private, phone-free messaging with the option to send crypto inside a chat. Its open-source code, decentralized account model and multi-node design appeal to privacy-minded users and developers. It is less suitable for people who want a simple chat app with no wallet features, or who expect a support team to recover a lost account. Before installing, confirm you are getting the current release from the official GitHub Releases page, and plan your backup of recovery information before you send any funds.