Snikket Server is an opinionated XMPP distribution for running a self-hosted personal messaging service.
It provides Docker images for deploying Snikket, aiming to offer a privacy-respecting alternative to proprietary centralized messaging platforms while keeping administration approachable.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Self-hosted personal messaging service built around XMPP.
- Docker-based deployment with docker compose support.
- Uses Prosody with Snikket-specific modules.
- Designed for private chat services with modern messaging features.
- Supports group chat and file-sharing through dedicated service domains.
- Includes components for audio/video calling support.
- Provides a simpler, more opinionated route to running an XMPP service.
Website: github.com/snikket-im/snikket-server
Support:
Developer: Snikket
License: Apache License 2.0
Snikket Server is written in Lua. Learn Lua with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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|---|---|
| ejabberd | XMPP application server and an MQTT broker |
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| MongooseIM | Mobile messaging platform with focus on performance and scalability |
| Prosody | Modern XMPP server that's easy to set up |
| Metronome IM | Lightweight XMPP server with advanced microblogging features |
| Tigase | Scalable XMPP/Jabber server for real-time messaging |
| Snikket | Opinionated XMPP server for simple, private messaging |
| jabberD | Next generation of the jabberd project |
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