XMPP Web – lightweight web chat client for XMPP servers

XMPP Web is a lightweight web chat client for XMPP servers.

It offers browser-based instant messaging with support for one-to-one chat, group chat, file sharing, chat state notifications, message formatting, reactions, guest access, and Progressive Web App functionality.

This is free and open source software.

Key Features

• Connects to an XMPP server using WebSocket
• Chat and group chat support including MUC
• Retrieves contacts and bookmarked rooms
• Send and receive files over HTTP
• Supports password-protected rooms
• Chat state notifications
• Message formatting including bold, italic, links, and code
• Emoji picker and message reactions
• Room creation and configuration
• Message moderation support
• Display and edit vCard information including avatars
• Progressive Web App support for desktop and mobile use
• Guest access for anonymously joining rooms

Website: github.com/nioc/xmpp-web
Support:
Developer: Nioc
License: GNU Affero General Public License v3.0

XMPP Web is written in JavaScript. Learn JavaScript with our recommended free books and free tutorials.

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