GlobaLeaks vs NotMe

GlobaLeaks is free, open-source software for organizations setting up and maintaining a whistleblowing platform. It supports anonymous two-way messaging, file exchange, configurable reporting channels, labels, and case statuses. Administrators can create multi-step questionnaires to structure submissions and manage the system through a web interface; one installation can host multiple virtual whistleblowing sites. The software encrypts reports and communications with recipients, supports Tor, and states that it does not log IP addresses. Listed controls include TLS 1.3, two-factor authentication, AppArmor, network sandboxing, and PGP for email notifications and file downloads. The project says it has received independent security audits since 2011 and publishes the reports. GlobaLeaks documents Debian and Ubuntu Linux support, package updates, and Docker installation. The default file attachment limit is 30MB, though administrators can configure it higher. It lists support for more than 90 languages, right-to-left languages, and WCAG 2.2 accessibility recommendations. Its intended users include independent media, activists, public agencies, corporations, and other organizations.

NotMe is a speak-up and integrity platform for organizations to receive reports, investigate concerns, and manage cases. People can report anonymously or by name, use customizable forms, upload evidence, and communicate through secure two-way chat. Reporting supports more than 150 languages, with live AI translation. Case-management tools include assignment and routing, status tracking, investigator collaboration, and AI summaries and classification of reports. Organizations can connect it with Microsoft Teams, Slack, HRIS, SSO/SAML, embedded forms, intranets, portals, and APIs. NotMe states that it is SOC 2 Type II certified and GDPR compliant, and that data is encrypted in transit and at rest. It offers EU data residency, keeping EU client data within Europe, while certain clients use US storage. The Platform plan costs $99 per month, based on employee count, and includes unlimited reports and up to 5-10 admin licenses. Enterprise pricing is custom and includes unlimited admin licenses. Individual users can submit reports without charge through the web app or Android and iOS apps. The listed platforms also include an API.