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xat is described as 'fun social networking site with the coolest online chat box. Make friends, join a group or run your own chat. Over 2500 unique smilies to combine and use. Embed to your blog or page for free (no need to download). Also available on mobile' and is a Group Chat app in the social & communications category. There are seven alternatives to xat for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Online / Web-based, Android, iPhone and Mac. The best alternative is Zulip. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Briar or Bridgefy. Other great apps like xat are Tinfoil Chat, WorldChat, Zendo and DisChat.

xat alternatives are mainly Group Chat Apps but may also be Instant Messengers or Encrypted Chat Apps. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of xat.
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  1. Zulip icon

    Zulip

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    219 alternatives to Zulip 

    Zulip is the only modern team chat app that is designed for both live and asynchronous conversations. Zulip topics create a separate space for each discussion, so different conversations will never get in each other's way.

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    1.  Support for MarkDownZulip supports MarkDown for document formatting.
    2.  Syntax HighlightingZulip supports syntax highlighting for various programming and markup languages.
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    Briar

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    • Linux
    • Android
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
    49 alternatives to Briar 

    An open-source decentralized and encrypted messaging app even without internet connection via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Messages are stored securely on your device, not in the cloud. Connect directly with nearby contacts - no Internet access is required.

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    1.  DecentralizedBriar is based on a decentralized infrastructure with no single entity controlling it.
    2.  End-to-End EncryptionBriar has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
    3.  Works OfflineBriar can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
    4.  No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Briar without registration.
    5.  Privacy focusedBriar is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
    6.  No TrackingBriar will not track you or use your personal data.
    7.  LightweightBriar consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
    8.  Dark ModeBriar supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
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    Bridgefy

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    10 alternatives to Bridgefy 

    Integrating Bridgefy allows mobile devices to communicate in a secure and efficient way across large distances, without having them depend on access to a Wi-Fi network or a data plan.

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    1.  Works OfflineBridgefy can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
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    Tinfoil Chat

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    • Free • Open Source
    • Linux
    45 alternatives to Tinfoil Chat 

    Tinfoil Chat (TFC) is a FOSS+FHD peer-to-peer messaging system that relies on high assurance hardware architecture to protect users from passive collection, MITM attacks and most importantly, remote key exfiltration.

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    1.  End-to-End EncryptionTinfoil Chat has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
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    • WorldChat icon

      WorldChat

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      • Online
      8 alternatives to WorldChat 

      Meet new people around the World on WorldChat.tv, the Original World Chat since 2011. Register your free Account or chat as Guest.

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      Zendo

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      • Online
      584 alternatives to Zendo 

      Zendo is a Client Portal software that lets businesses handle customer requests in one place. Zendo helps sell bespoke services online; saves time by reducing context switching, manual and repetitive tasks, or managing customer communications..

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      1.  Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in Zendo simultaneously.
      One Click Payments
      Easily Customizable
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      DisChat

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      • Free • Open Source
      • Mac
      • Windows
      • Linux
      • Online
      • Chrome OS
      8 alternatives to DisChat 

      A private chatroom chatting program hidden as a chrome extension.

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