Snikket
XMPP-based private messenger server with easy one-command setup
Overview
Snikket is a self-hosted instant messaging platform built on the XMPP standard, designed to make setting up a private family or team messenger as simple as possible. It bundles Prosody XMPP server with a curated set of modules and provides polished iOS and Android apps. Invitations, automatic TLS, and push notifications are handled out of the box.
Where it falls short of Slack
- No public channels or community servers; designed for private groups only
- Federation with other XMPP servers has occasional compatibility edge cases
- Limited bot or integration support compared to Slack or Matrix
We list the gaps honestly so you can decide if the trade-off is worth owning your data.
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