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Chat & Instant Messaging (342 programs)

  1. uTox

    uTox

    • 3.2

    • Free

    A Free (GPL) Communication program for Windows

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: This is absolutely free software and no advertisements are present. There are no physical servers which cab be hacked or taken offline.
    CONS: This software is still under development some bugs may be present. It is only possible to communicate with others who possess this application.
  2. Windows Messenger

    Windows Messenger

    • 3.6

    • Free

    A free program for Windows, by Microsoft.

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  3. Psi

    Psi

    • 3.7

    • Free

    Instant messaging as free and open as it should be

    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.
  4. Inbit Messenger

    Inbit Messenger

    • 3.5

    • Free

    Enhance your office's data flow and reach new levels of collaboration

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  5. Keybase

    Keybase

    • 4.6

    • Free

    Perform Operations Online with People You Know with Cryptography Security

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Easier to use compared to other crypto apps. Interaction possible with both users and non-users of Keybase.
    CONS: App has just been launched. May take time for your friends to come on-board.
  6. Gabtastik

    Gabtastik

    • 2.6

    • Free

    An interface for online chats

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Works with multiple tabs. Uses up little RAM.
    CONS: Only works with Google Talk, Facebook Chat and meebo.
  7. Neebly

    Neebly

    • 4

    • Free

    Freeware Ribbon menu based IRC client

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Uses Ribbon menus. Many different servers to choose from.
    CONS: Interface is rather cluttered and spread out. Not as polished as major IRC clients.
  8. Win Crypto Chat

    Win Crypto Chat

    • 4.9

    • Free

    Encryption for your IM chats

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Protects IM messages from snooping. Open source.
    CONS: Very complicated to setup.
  9. Active Worlds Browser

    Active Worlds Browser

    • 2.7

    • Trial version

    Explore 3D worlds filled with people like you

    License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  10. NCN Messenger

    NCN Messenger

    • 4

    • Free

    Send messages in your local network using hidden identity

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  11. CQPhone

    CQPhone

    • 4.1

    • Free

    All in one phone conversations, videoconferencing and chat

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  12. Pidgin Portable

    Pidgin Portable

    • 4

    • Free

    Instant messaging made portable and secure

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Portable program. Light and clear interface.
    CONS: Reduced numbers of icons. No voice chat support.
  13. Multimedia sMs

    Multimedia sMs

    • 2.5

    • Trial version

    Send SMS and MMS messages

    License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  14. Photo sMs

    Photo sMs

    • 2

    • Trial version

    Send photos to multimedia mobile phones from your PC

    License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  15. StumbleUpon

    StumbleUpon

    • 2.3

    • Free

    Free App for Web Surfers

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Very cool design and layout. Great way to find new websites.
    CONS: Some pages load slowly. Not always possible to comment on content.
  16. Blizz

    Blizz

    • 3.6

    • Trial version

    Hold virtual meetings easily

    License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Two-factor authentication option. Work from a tablet or computer. Meetings can accommodate up to 300 users.
    CONS: Monthly fees for meetings of over five. Free version does not allow meetings to be recorded.
  17. Chat Anywhere

    Chat Anywhere

    • 3.8

    • Trial version

    Get a professional chat room within seconds

    License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  18. MSN Messenger Polygamy

    MSN Messenger Polygamy

    • 3.8

    • Free

    Use multiple versions of MSN Messenger at the same time

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Free to use. Simple installation. Simple to activate and deactivate.
    CONS: Some versions of messenger not supported.
  19. Mercury Messenger

    Mercury Messenger

    • 3.9

    • Free

    IM client with RSS and multiple account support

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Interesting RSS support. Open up multiple accounts. Interchangeable interface.
    CONS: Weak interface. Limited to MSN.
  20. Raptr

    Raptr

    • 3.6

    • Free

    A Free Communication program for Windows

    License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows

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