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XMPP Clients / Resources
This guide helps newcomers start chatting with XMPP by explaining how to choose and use compatible clients.
About XMPP Clients / Resources
This page explains how to start chatting with XMPP in three steps: download a client, create an account, and log in. It lists specific clients for desktop systems, Android, and iOS, including browser-based options.
An account with a service provider is required, as with email. The page points to a curated list of public XMPP providers and notes the option to host a server, then describes logging in to add contacts or visit chatrooms.
Key features
- Lists desktop clients for macOS, Linux, Windows and browser
- Lists Android clients including Conversations, Quicksy, and Yaxim
- Lists iOS clients Monal and Siskin IM
- Explains creating account with a public provider
- Describes self-hosting own XMPP server option
- Explains logging in to add contacts and join chatrooms
Best for: People new to XMPP who need to choose a client and set up an account.
Good for
- Covers clients for desktop, Android, and iOS
- Points to curated provider list and self-hosting option
- Organizes setup into client, account, and login steps
XMPP Clients / Resources at a glance
- Website
- xmpp.org/getting-started
- Category
- Social & Communities › Messaging Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
XMPP Clients / Resources alternatives
Tools and sites you could use instead, ranked by how closely they match.
CoyIM provides a security-focused chat client, and its project page cautions that the software has not yet been audited.
Shick creates a chat room at its own web address, where people who choose the same title can join the same conversation.
Linkello creates audio and video call links, letting users start a call by sharing a web address.
Xabber provides open source XMPP chat on Android and the web, including account registration and messaging features.
Fluux Messenger is a cross-platform XMPP client for communities and organizations.
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XMPP Clients / Resources FAQ
How do I start chatting with XMPP?
Download a client, create an account with a service provider, then log in with the client.
Do I need an account to use XMPP?
Yes, as with email, you need an account with a service provider.
Where can I get an XMPP account?
Use a public provider from the curated list of XMPP Providers or host a server yourself.
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