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Pidgin

A cross-platform messaging application that supports multiple protocols, allowing users to communicate with friends and colleagues on various networks from a single interface

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+Multi-Protocol SupportConnects to multiple chat networks simultaneously with out-of-the-box compatibility with Jabber/XMPP, Bonjour, Gadu-Gadu, IRC, MicroFocus GroupWise Messenger (formerly from Novell), HCL Sametime (formerly from Lotus/IBM), SILC, SIMPLE, and Zephyr. It can support many more with plugins.
+Contacts ManagementOrganizes contacts into groups
+File TransfersSends and receives files
+Plugin SupportExtends functionality with plugins
+EncryptionSecures messages with encryption plugins
+Proxy SupportConnects through proxy servers
+Powerful NotificationsUser can set a variety of actions such as an audio cue or changing the system tray icon to happen when the user is mentioned
+Group ChatSupports group conversations
-Mobile VersionLacks a dedicated mobile application

Platform

Social

       

System Requirements

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Ratings

4.00
5

Softonic
4.0
5
based on 495 reviews

Written in

C

Initial Release

31 December 1998

Alternatives

Instant Messenger
Trillian   Skype   Telegram   WhatsApp   Zoom   Discord   Mozilla Thunderbird  
Group Chat
Trillian   Skype   Telegram   WhatsApp   Zoom   Discord