On its fifth anniversary, Verum Messenger launched a major iPhone update that lets users send messages without any internet connection. Using encrypted, peer-to-peer technology, devices can communicate directly, bypassing servers and traditional networks entirely. Unlike many existing offline communication tools, the technology does not rely on Bluetooth.
The update targets a growing need for resilient communication. From network outages during natural disasters to censorship and surveillance, uninterrupted connectivity is no longer guaranteed. While offline messaging has existed in niche scenarios, Verum aims to make it practical for everyday use.
Founded four years ago, Verum emphasizes privacy and user control: accounts use random IDs instead of phone numbers, encryption keys stay on devices, and no centralized servers store messages. Beyond messaging, the platform offers encrypted calls, self-destructing messages, temporary email, a built-in VPN, eSIM connectivity in 150+ countries, and on-device AI tools.
With this update, Verum highlights a new philosophy: communication should work even when systems fail. For iPhone users, being offline no longer means being cut off.