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Delta Chat

Q: How do I uninstall Delta Chat?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask deltachat`. Homebrew will remove Delta Chat and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

Q: How do I update Delta Chat to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask deltachat` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

Secure and reliable decentralised instant messenger

For Mac

Official website

Free

CategoryCommunication

PlatformmacOS

InstallationHomebrew

Version2.53.0Catalog version

PublishedJanuary 1, 2026•UpdatedAugust 10, 2026

What is Delta Chat?

Secure and reliable decentralised instant messenger

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask deltachat

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How to Install Delta Chat on Mac

Follow these steps to install Delta Chat using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
3
Run brew install --cask deltachat
Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask deltachat
4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm deltachat is installed, then try `deltachat --version` to check the version number.
5
Launch Delta Chat
Run `deltachat` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

• If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
• If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
• On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

Simple one-command installation
Well-maintained and regularly updated
Completely free to use

Cons

Requires Homebrew to be installed
macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about Delta Chat

How do I install Delta Chat on Mac?

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask deltachat. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run deltachat from Terminal.

Is Delta Chat free?

Yes, Delta Chat is completely free to use.

How do I uninstall Delta Chat?

Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask deltachat. Homebrew will remove Delta Chat and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.

What are alternatives to Delta Chat?

There are several communication apps available for macOS. Browse the Communication category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

How do I update Delta Chat to the latest version?

Run brew upgrade --cask deltachat in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.

Does Delta Chat work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, Delta Chat can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.