Real-time messaging
Fast, reliable conversations with the context your team needs to move forward.
Open source · self-hosted
A Modern Open Source, Self-Hosted Alternative to Slack, Rocket.Chat & Discord
Bring conversations, decisions, and your team together—without giving up control of your data. RuckChat is built for teams that value privacy and momentum.
✓ 100% open source✓ Your data, your rules
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Maya 10:32 AM
The new onboarding flow is ready for review.
Noah 10:34 AM
Looks great. I left a few notes on mobile states.
Sam 10:39 AM
Shipping this afternoon—nice work everyone!
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Built for focused teams
Everything your team needs. Nothing it doesn’t.
A dependable communication layer that fits the way your organization already works.
Own your data
Self-host by default and keep your conversations inside infrastructure you control.
Built to extend
Flexible APIs and integrations let RuckChat grow with your workflow.
Flexible architecture
Deploy it where your team needs it.
Connect web, desktop, and mobile clients to a server you operate. Start small, scale confidently, and integrate the storage and databases that work for you.
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Why teams choose RuckChat
| Capability | RuckChat | Slack | Rocket.Chat | Discord |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open source | ● Yes | — | ● Yes | — |
| Self-hosted | ● Yes | — | ● Yes | — |
| Own your data | ● Always | Limited | ● Yes | — |
| Built for developers | ● Yes | Limited | ● Yes | Limited |
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Frequently asked questions
What is RuckChat?+
RuckChat is an open-source communication platform for teams that want a modern chat experience with the freedom to self-host.
Is RuckChat free?+
Yes. The project is open source, so you can run it in the environment that works for your organization.
Can I deploy RuckChat myself?+
Yes. RuckChat is designed for self-hosted deployments, from a simple server to a larger containerized environment.
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