XOWS is a JavaScript/HTML based XMPP web client that uses the WebSocket protocol.
It’s designed for self-hosting, providing a lightweight web chat client that can be served as ordinary web content. The application doesn’t need Docker, a database, or third-party JavaScript libraries.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- XMPP web client using WebSocket.
- Instant messaging for private chats.
- Multi-User Chat support for group conversations.
- File upload support using XEP-0363 HTTP File Upload.
- Audio and video calls using XMPP Jingle and WebRTC.
- Markdown styling in messages.
- Message deletion, correction, and replies.
- Automatic embedding of images, video, audio, and popular video platforms.
- Customizable themes and graphical interface.
- Lightweight JavaScript application with no third-party JavaScript libraries.
Website: github.com/iquercorb/xows
Support:
Developer: iquercorb
License: GNU General Public License v3.0
XOWS is written in JavaScript. Learn JavaScript with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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