Is "Free" Really Free?
WhatsApp vs Messenger
vs Browser Calling
Most free calling apps collect your metadata, require phone number verification, and force downloads. Discover the secure, app-free alternative.
Owned by Meta. Popular, but tied to your SIM card.
- Requires App Download
- Requires Phone Number
- Metadata shared with Meta
- End-to-End Encrypted
Messenger
Convenient for Facebook users, but privacy is weak.
- Requires Facebook Account
- Heavy Data Collection
- Not Encrypted by Default
- Cross-platform support
WINNER
StartACall
Browser-based. No installation. Maximum privacy.
- NO App Download
- NO SIM Required
- Call Real Phone Numbers
- Bank-Level Security
The Hidden Cost of "Free" Apps
When you use apps like WhatsApp or Messenger, you are paying with your data. These apps track who you talk to, when you talk, and for how long, building a profile to sell ads.
Metadata Tracking
Forced Installation
Contact List Uploads
The Browser Advantage
StartACall runs in a sandboxed browser environment. We cannot access your contacts, photos, or location unless you explicitly allow it. Once you close the tab, the session is gone.