Campfire
Install your own group chat platform with @mentions, direct messages, and mobile support. Pay once and own it forever — no monthly fees. Comes with complete source code for full customisation.
Break free from subscription-based chat tools with this self-hosted group chat solution that gives you total control.
If you’ve used Slack or Teams, you’ll feel right at home with Campfire — but without the ongoing costs.
Key Features
- @mentions and direct messages for smooth team communication
- Mobile web support with PWA capabilities and push notifications
- Private and public rooms with clear indicators for unread messages
- Search functionality with saved searches for easy access
- Dark mode support for comfortable viewing
- Chatbot API for seamless custom integrations
Ideal Use Cases
- Replace costly chat subscriptions as your main communication tool
- Create backup chat systems for emergencies or service downtime
- Host private executive or board communication spaces
- Set up temporary chat rooms for conferences and events
- Use as a learning resource for studying high-quality Rails code
Technical Highlights
- Runs on your own hardware, cloud servers, or hosting providers
- Automatic SSL setup during installation
- One-command Docker deployment
- Automatic updates (optional manual control available)
- Compatible with air-gapped networks for secure environments
- Scales effortlessly from 250 to 10,000+ concurrent users
Licensing
You’ll receive the full Rails source code, enabling complete customisation to fit your needs. One-time purchase, no recurring fees — own your chat system and your data permanently.
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