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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