Discord Alternatives

One of the most popular alternatives to Discord is Signal, which is free and open source. Other popular alternatives are Telegram, Element, Matrix and Fluxer. Group Chat Apps like Discord are a crowded field, with more than 100 alternatives for the web, Android, Windows, iPhone and Linux.

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  1. Plexcord icon
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    Plexcord is a powerful, lightweight Discord client modification that enhances your Discord experience with 300+ built-in plugins, custom themes, and privacy focused features.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  2. nvira icon
     8 likes

    Free, browser-accessed community platform with real-time text chat, voice and video calls, topic channels, encrypted direct messages and files, easy email sign-up, member and staff controls, invite links, moderator audit log, and full privacy settings.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Online
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  3. Strafe icon
     8 likes

    Open source chat platform offering end-to-end encrypted messaging, uncensored communication, markdown support, file sharing, self-hosting, multi-device sync, server management, voice or video calls, no data tracking, transparent codebase, and community-driven development.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  4. Flotilla icon
     11 likes

    Decentralized chat platform built on the nostr protocol with support for multi-group communities, event calendars, threads, private messaging, web of trust, customizable access controls, monetization via zaps, full privacy, and white-label options for branding.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  5. ONCE Campfire icon
     3 likes

    Campfire is an installable, self-hosted group chat system. Easily invite people. Make rooms. @mentions, DMs, and mobile support. The basics done right. And since you get the code and host it yourself, you can customize it however you’d like for your own use.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Amazon Web Services
    • DigitalOcean
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  6. Adapt Chat icon
     4 likes

    Open source encrypted group-chat platform focused on privacy and efficiency, featuring Rust-based backend for speed, customizable interface, minimal data collection, real-time messaging, community-driven improvements, and ergonomic design for various use cases.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  7. Colibri is an open source chat platform built on the AT protocol for communities big and small. It gives you the ability to create communities, manage members, and communicate through text, voice, and forum channels, all while maintaining true ownership of your data.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  8. XChat icon
     7 likes

    Chat with anyone on X in a private, focused space built for conversation. No ads. No tracking. Fully end-to-end encrypted.

    66 XChat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  9. Common Ground icon
     5 likes

    Common Ground is a browser-based, open-source social platform for communities, built as a robust alternative to Discord.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2023

    Platforms

    • Online
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  10. FluxCap icon
     3 likes

    FluxCap is an independent desktop client designed to connect seamlessly with the Fluxer network. Built with Electron, it provides a dedicated, fast, and customizable user interface for Windows, taking Fluxer out of your browser and directly onto your desktop.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. Steam Chat icon
     8 likes

    Offers real-time chat with friends, supports group messaging, organizes contacts by favorites and categories, enables media sharing with GIFs and videos, provides customizable notifications, allows invite links, and is accessible on desktop or mobile for gaming sessions.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2019

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Steam
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  12. GameVox icon
     14 likes

    GameVox is a voice, video, and text chat platform for gaming communities, built by LightSpeed Gaming — a small, independent company with well over a decade of experience in voice communication and game server hosting. Self-funded. No investors, no ads, no data sales.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2014

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Debian
    • Ubuntu
    • Arch Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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