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Open Source Team Chat & Messaging Tools using Babel

A curated collection of the best open source platforms for real-time team messaging, with channels, direct messages, threads, file sharing, and app integrations. using Babel.

Self-hosted team messaging with voice, video, and AI
  • Stars

    46,303
  • Last commit

    9 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Open source communication platform combining messaging, voice, video, and AI for organizations that need full data control, air-gapped deployments, and zero-trust security.

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Secure collaboration platform for mission-critical work
  • Stars

    39,416
  • Last commit

    9 hours ago
  • License

    Unknown
Mattermost provides a flexible, open-source platform for secure team collaboration, designed for organizations with strict security and privacy requirements.

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Secure, decentralized messaging for teams and individuals
  • Stars

    13,608
  • Last commit

    9 hours ago
  • License

    AGPL-3.0
Open-source platform for encrypted communication, file sharing, and collaboration based on the Matrix protocol.

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Serverless team chat over Tor, no phone number needed
  • Stars

    2,658
  • Last commit

    5 days ago
  • License

    GPL-3.0
Quiet is a peer-to-peer messaging app that syncs messages directly between devices over Tor, with no central server, no phone number required, and no metadata leaks.

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Create custom spaces to chat, game, and connect globally
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days2,001
  • Last commit

    20 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Build your own community space for gaming, chatting, and hanging out with friends worldwide. Customize your environment for the perfect social experience.

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Secure open source messaging for professional teams
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days171
  • Last commit

    12 hours ago
  • License

    AGPL-3.0
Free Matrix-based messenger with end-to-end encryption, multi-platform bridges, and on-premise deployment. Connect across 30+ networks securely.

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