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# Secure Syrian Communication Apps
The FreeCom App Brings Internet Communication to Disaster Zones

By Alyson Wyers | Published 2017-05-11 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freecom-app
References: [springwise](https://www.springwise.com/free-syrian-app-helps-stay-connected-war-zones-disaster-areas/)

From the Arab Spring to [social media check-in features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapchat-home-safe), social media has proved useful in times of disaster and conflict -- and now the FreeCom app is apart of the solution. The free Syrian app helps users stay connected in war-torn areas. Founded by Abdul Rahman, the phone app is capable of [transmitting information even without Internet access](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-inreach-messenger-plus).

This not only enables vital information to be shared during disasters, this method could also enrich lives in parts of the world where connectivity is sparse. The FreeCom app [encrypts data before sending](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yapsdotchat), making it safe to use different channels of communication. According to SpringWise, "his can mean piggy-backing messages through multiple devices acting as mini-transmitters and receivers of lots of different signal types."

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.4/10
- Popularity: 3% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Disaster Communication Apps:** Developing mobile apps that enable communication in disaster zones, even without Internet access, presents new opportunities for companies to provide essential services during emergencies.
- **Connectivity Solutions:** Creating innovative technologies that bring Internet connectivity to areas with limited access opens up possibilities for improving communication and enhancing the quality of life in underserved regions.
- **Secure Data Transmission:** Advancing encryption techniques and secure data transmission methods can revolutionize how information is shared, ensuring privacy and safety in digital communications.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Mobile App Development:** The growing demand for mobile apps that facilitate communication in disaster-prone areas creates opportunities for mobile app development companies to provide essential services.
- **Telecommunications:** Telecommunication companies can explore innovative technologies and infrastructure solutions to expand connectivity in remote regions, reaching underserved populations and unlocking new markets.
- **Cybersecurity:** Developing advanced encryption techniques and secure data transmission protocols is crucial for cybersecurity companies to protect sensitive information and ensure privacy in digital communications.

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