Description

Off-the-Record Messaging (OTR) is a type of encrypted instant messaging that ensures the confidentiality, authenticity, and integrity of messages sent over the internet. OTR is a cryptographic protocol that provides end-to-end encryption for instant messages, allowing users to communicate securely without anyone else being able to read their messages. OTR also provides additional security features such as forward secrecy and perfect forward secrecy, meaning that messages cannot be decrypted even if a user's private key is compromised. The protocol is designed to be lightweight and easy to use, making it an ideal choice for secure communication over the internet. OTR is available as a plugin for various instant messaging clients, such as Pidgin, Adium, and Trillian, as well as in standalone apps and websites.

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