Egidio
Privacy · Comparison

The app that protects you from spam shouldn't become spam itself

Plenty of "anti-spam" apps ask for an account, show you ads, and quietly send your contact list to a server. That's not protection — that's a trade. Here's how to tell the difference.

Get real privacy with Egidio No account · No ads · Works offline

4 signals that should raise a red flag

Watch out

An account is required

If you can't use the core feature without creating an account, your data is likely the real product.

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Targeted ads

An app that shows you personalized ads is, by definition, profiling you based on your usage.

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Doesn't work offline

If call/SMS filtering requires an internet connection, your data is probably being processed on someone else's server.

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Vague data safety section

A vague or missing Play Store data safety section is itself a signal — a serious app has nothing to hide.

How to check an app in 2 minutes

  1. Open the Play Store listing and scroll to the "Data safety" section.
  2. Check if an account is mandatory just to filter calls and SMS.
  3. Turn off your data connection after installing and see if core protection still works.
  4. Read the last 20 reviews — ads and forced accounts always show up there first.

Egidio vs. the average free app

EgidioMany free apps
Account requiredNoOften yes
Works offlineYesRarely
AdsNoneOften
Numbers sent to a serverNeverOften

Everything happens directly on your phone: no number, no message content, no contact ever leaves your device. Call and SMS blocking is free, forever — extended messaging protection is included in the Premium version.

Download Egidio 2-minute install · No account needed

Frequently asked questions

Why do some anti-spam apps require an account?

To build a profile of you and monetize your data through targeted ads or third-party sharing. A truly private app works entirely on your device with no account.

How do I check if an app respects my privacy?

Check whether it requires an account, shows ads, works offline, and has a clear data safety section. Vague answers are a red flag.

Does a free anti-spam app really cost nothing?

Often not — many monetize through ads or by sending your data to a server. If you're not paying with money, you may be paying with data.

Is Egidio free?

Yes, call and SMS blocking is free forever, with no ads and no account. Extended messaging protection is in the Premium version.

Does Egidio work without an internet connection?

Yes. Everything is analyzed on your device, so protection keeps working even offline.