Rocket.Chat

Overview

Rocket.Chat is a team messaging platform you host on your own servers, meaning your data never touches a third-party cloud you do not control. The free Starter plan supports up to 50 users and includes channels, direct messaging, threaded conversations, file sharing, video call integrations with Zoom and Google Meet, multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, and a localized interface in 64 languages. You get read receipts, searchable message history, mobile apps for iOS and Android with biometric login and data-at-rest encryption, and a marketplace of pre-built integrations. For businesses that need more control, the Pro plan adds white-labeling and 12x5 support, while Enterprise adds AI tools, advanced audit logs, and 24x7 mission-critical support. The platform holds ISO 27001 certification and SOC Type 1 assurance, and it supports GDPR compliance across all tiers.

Features

• Free Starter plan for up to 50 users with self-hosted deployment
• Video call integrations with Zoom, Google Meet, Jitsi, and more
• Multi-factor authentication and single sign-on on all plans
• Mobile apps with biometric login and data-at-rest encryption
• ISO 27001 certified and SOC Type 1 assured

Best for

Rocket.Chat fits small businesses that handle sensitive client data and want to keep conversations off Slack or Microsoft servers. It works best for teams with at least one technically capable person who can manage a self-hosted server setup.