# A message crosses multiple levels. Only one contains what you actually wrote.

> Protect a message on your device and share it through the chat you already use.

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Last updated: 2026-08-28

From thought to channel, without delivering the content in plain text

Layergram separates the content from the medium used to transport it. Here's the full path, without the jargon.

## Choose a person

Layergram works between identities that are known and verified. You don't need a central directory: you decide who enters the conversation.

## Create and exchange identities

Everyone creates or restores their own identity. Exchange the full link or QR and check the verification together.

## Write the content in Layergram

Important text begins in the protected space. With Premium, you can also use the in-app keyboard instead of the system keyboard, including a version with a randomized key layout.

## Choose the form of transport

Direct payload, link or cover message. Change the shape; the content remains encrypted before sharing.

## Share in the usual chat

The platform carries what you deliver to it. He only continues to know that two of his contacts exchanged a message at that time.

## Open and decrypt in Layergram

The recipient brings the content into the app. Only the correct identity can open it on their device.

What it protects

## The contents, before transport.

Encryption, verified identity, local history and app security controls.

What remains visible

## The context does not disappear.

The chosen chat can continue to see contacts, times, addresses and its copies. The device and recipient also remain in the risk model.

Start free

## Protect your first message

Start free. Choose one person. Invite them in a few steps.