Quick Summary
Signal
Encrypted messaging via signal-cli daemon
- End-to-end encryption
- Group support
- Media attachments
Nostr
Decentralized Nostr protocol support
- Decentralized
- Censorship-resistant
- Public notes
Capability Comparison
| Capability | Signal | Nostr |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Messages | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Group Chats | ✓ Yes | — No |
| Media Messages | ✓ Yes | — No |
| Voice Messages | ✓ Yes | — No |
| Reactions | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Thread Support | — No | — No |
| Native Commands | — No | — No |
| Text Limit | 4096 chars | 4096 chars |
| Protocol | signal-cli (external daemon) | nostr-tools |
Access Control Policies
Signal
DM Policies
allowlistpairingopen
Group Policies
allowlistopen
Nostr
DM Policies
allowlistopen
Group Policies
open
Best Use Cases
Choose Signal for:
- Privacy-focused assistant
- Secure team communication
- Journalism/activism
- Healthcare communication
Choose Nostr for:
- Decentralized AI
- Public bot
- Crypto community
Use with AI Providers
Both channels work with all OpenClaw AI providers:
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for AI assistants, Signal or Nostr?
Both work well with OpenClaw. Signal is better for privacy-focused assistant, while Nostr excels at decentralized ai. Consider your audience and feature requirements.
Can I use both Signal and Nostr with OpenClaw?
Yes! OpenClaw supports multiple channels simultaneously. You can connect the same AI assistant to both Signal and Nostr, allowing users to interact through their preferred platform.
Which has better group chat support?
Signal supports group chats, while Nostr does not.