Chat & Instant Messaging (342 programs)
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- Trial version Download
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- windows
PROS: Easy to use. Realtime preview. Lets you use a virtual webcam. Compatible with all popular videochat apps.CONS: Low quality video preview. Some tacky frames and animations.- License
- Trial version Download
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- English
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- windows
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- Free Download
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- English
- Platform
- windows
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- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
PROS: Very easy to setup and use. Allows everything from secure gaming to chatting.CONS: Can crash sometimes. Not a suitable replacement for a professional VPN.- License
- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
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- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
PROS: Chat, make voice and video calls. Free preview of great software. Call mobile and landline numbers with low rates.CONS: This is only a preview, this is not a full application. Preview only allows messages between other Skype users.- License
- Trial version Download
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- English
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- windows
PROS: Free PC to Phone calls to many destinations. Straightforward, uncomplicated controls. When set up correctly, can match your phone for sound quality.CONS: Terms and rates are liable to change. Automatic volume control gives varying results.- License
- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
PROS: Enables you to sync contacts with your mobile phone.CONS: Fewer options than other similar tools. Really outdated. Only supports Facebook Chat.- License
- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
PROS: Compatible with IM services. Built-in SecureIM. Overlay chat for gamers.CONS: Official platform logos are unavailable.- License
- Trial version Download
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- English
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- windows
PROS: Well-designed and a breeze to use. 14-day trial available.CONS: Themes are limited in the starter pack. A bit resource-intensive.- License
- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
PROS: Simple interface. Customizable for advanced users. Existing servers for specific communities.CONS: No singular authority oversees the platform.- License
- Free Download
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- windows
PROS: Focus on privacy. Different customizable themes.CONS: Not available from official online stores. Vibrant theme only for macOS.- License
- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
PROS: Very easy to set up and use. Great video and audio quality. Support for full screen.CONS: The embedded window can't be moved.- License
- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
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- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
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- Trial version Download
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- English
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- windows
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- Free Download
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- English
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- windows
PROS: Supports a wide range of IM protocols. Supports audio and video chats. Simple to setup and use.CONS: Beta version may be unstable.- License
- Free Download
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- English
- Platform
- windows
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- Trial version Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Fully customizable. Chat on multiple Jabber and IM accounts. Lots of tips and strong community. SSL encryption and OpenPGP.CONS: Commands can be a little technical.
