qTox Portable 1.18.3 (secure instant messaging) Released

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Submitted by John T. Haller on February 9, 2026 - 10:41pm

logoA new version of qTox Portable has been released. qTox is a secure instant messaging client for the Tox network. It's packaged in PortableApps.com Format so it can easily integrate with the PortableApps.com Platform. And it's open source and completely free.

Update automatically or install from the portable app store in the PortableApps.com Platform.

Features

ScreenshotqTox provides an easy to use application that allows you to connect with friends and family without anyone else listening in using the Tox network.

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PortableApps.com Installer / PortableApps.com Format

qTox Portable is packaged in a PortableApps.com Installer so it will automatically detect an existing PortableApps.com installation when your drive is plugged in. It supports upgrades by installing right over an existing copy, preserving all settings. And it's in PortableApps.com Format, so it automatically works with the PortableApps.com Platform including the Menu and Backup Utility.

Download

qTox Portable is available for immediate download from the qTox Portable homepage. Get it today!

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This release drops support for Windows 7 and 8/8.1. When upgrading on these systems a qToxPortableLegacyWin7 package will automatically be created. It is also available from the PA.c Platform App Store as well as from the app's homepage: https://portableapps.com/apps/internet/qtox-portable#download_details

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