Introduction
In the world of instant messaging, WhatsApp has ruled for years — connecting over 2 billion people worldwide. But now, a new player has entered the chat — Arattai, a proudly Made in India app developed by Zoho Corporation.
With rising privacy concerns and the desire for Indian alternatives, many users are asking: Can Arattai really replace WhatsApp? Let’s find out.
What Is Arattai App?
Arattai (which means “chat” in Tamil) is a free messaging platform launched by Zoho, the Indian software giant. The app aims to give users a simple, secure, and fast way to chat without data tracking or intrusive ads.
✅ Features of Arattai:
One-on-one and group chats
Voice and video calls
Media sharing (photos, videos, documents)
End-to-end encryption
Indian servers for faster connectivity
No ads, no data selling
| Feature | Arattai | |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | Meta (USA) | Zoho (India) |
| Origin | International | Made in India 🇮🇳 |
| End-to-End Encryption | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Ads | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Voice & Video Calls | ✅ | ✅ |
| Status / Stories | ✅ | ❌ Not yet |
| File Sharing Limit | 2 GB | 1 GB |
| Cloud Backup | Google Drive / iCloud | Coming soon |
| Channels & Groups | ✅ | ✅ |
| Data Privacy | Shared with Meta Ecosystem | Stored in India, No sharing |
🔹 Why Arattai Is Gaining Popularity
Indian-made alternative supporting Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative
Strong privacy stance — Zoho is known for not monetizing user data
Lightweight app — works well on low-end devices
Simple interface — familiar for WhatsApp and Telegram users
🔹 Final Verdict: Arattai vs WhatsApp
If you want a Made-in-India, privacy-first chat app, Arattai is worth trying.
If you need international reach and business tools, WhatsApp remains the go-to.
But one thing’s for sure — with apps like Arattai rising, India’s tech independence is getting stronger every day.
