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About Wire
What is Wire?
Wire is a secure, end-to-end encrypted communication platform designed for organizations that need uncompromising privacy and compliance. It combines messaging, voice and video calls, conferencing, and file sharing into one platform, with zero-knowledge encryption that keeps data private. Unlike consumer apps like WhatsApp, Wire is built for business use, offering administrative controls, SSO, and data sovereignty.
What problem does it solve?
Many organizations rely on insecure consumer messaging apps for work, exposing themselves to governance and compliance risks. Wire solves this by providing a fully encrypted communication tool that gives IT and security teams control over data storage, access, and retention. It is trusted by governments, critical national infrastructure, and over 1,800 organizations worldwide.
Who is it for?
Wire is ideal for security-first organizations, including government agencies, law enforcement, enterprises in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare), and any team that handles sensitive information. It is not designed for casual personal messaging or large free teams (the free plan is limited to 5 users). Use cases include secure inter-department collaboration, communication with external partners via guest roles, and compliant messaging for distributed workforces.
Key features
- End-to-End Encryption — All messages, calls, and files are encrypted automatically, with zero-knowledge architecture.
- Video & Audio Conferencing — Host up to 150 participants in SMB plan, with screen sharing and call moderation.
- Federation Support — Connect with external organizations securely using Wire Cloud federation (Enterprise plan).
- SAML SSO & SCIM — Single sign-on and automated user provisioning for enterprise identity management.
- Administrative Controls — Granular policies for file sharing, guest links, self-deleting messages, and feature configurations.
- Multi-Device & Multi-Account — Use up to 8 devices per account, and up to 3 accounts on one device.
- On-Premises Deployment — Full data sovereignty with on-premises hosting options for government and regulated industries.
SaaSpartout Score
7.1
/10
Editorial score from our review methodology — not user ratings.
Wire Pricing
Wire pricing: from €7.45/user/month.
Wire for Free
Free for up to 5 users. Includes collaboration essentials on all platforms, up to 8 devices per account.
Wire for SMB
€7.45 per person/month (annual payment) or €8.94 per person/month (monthly). For teams up to 100 people. Includes Free features plus video conferences for up to 150 participants, SSO & SCIM, administrative controls, feature configurations, and external/guest roles.
Wire for Enterprise
Custom pricing for organizations with more than 100 people. Includes all SMB features plus federation (with Wire Cloud), ID-Shield, full deployment support, data sovereignty, and multi-tenancy.
Wire for Partners
Custom pricing for resellers, service providers, and integrators. Includes partner-specific pricing, marketing support, opportunity support, and deal registration.
Free trial available via the Free plan. Contact sales for Enterprise and Partner quotes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Wire free?
Yes, Wire offers a free plan for up to 5 users with basic collaboration features. Paid plans start at €7.45/user/month for SMB.
How much does Wire cost?
Wire for SMB starts at €7.45 per person per month (annual billing) or €8.94 per person per month (monthly). Enterprise and Partner plans have custom pricing.
Who is Wire best for?
Wire is best for security-conscious organizations, including government agencies, law enforcement, enterprises in regulated industries, and any team needing end-to-end encrypted communication with administrative control.
What are the top alternatives to Wire?
Popular alternatives include Signal, Wickr, Mattermost, Matrix, and Microsoft Teams (with E2EE). For enterprise compliance, Wire competes with Threema and Symphony.
Does Wire support video conferencing?
Yes, Wire supports video conferences with up to 150 participants on the SMB plan, and up to 2000 participants with MLS enabled on Enterprise plans.
What is the main limitation of Wire?
The free plan is limited to 5 users and lacks advanced features like SSO, SCIM, and administrative controls. Larger teams need a paid SMB or Enterprise plan.
