Jongla

Jongla is a Finnish startup specializing in mobile and social messaging, focusing on device- and platform-independent communication.

Its main product is the Jongla instant messenger, which allows users to chat and share content for free, particularly in low-bandwidth or low-spec smartphone environments. The Jongla Social Messenger app is available for Android, iOS, and Windows Phone, supporting various media types including text, images, videos, and voice messaging. Additionally, Jongla offers a messaging SDK and a fully hosted cloud service for businesses and app developers. The company emphasizes a lite messaging approach, catering to users in emerging markets with tools designed for slow or data-constrained internet connections. Jongla targets consumers, especially teens and young adults aged 13–24, and has served clients like PicMix for its SDK and cloud services.