4 Open Source Alternatives to Microsoft Teams

There are 4 open-source alternatives to Microsoft Teams in this directory. The most popular is Rocket.Chat with 42.2k GitHub stars, followed by Mattermost(36.2k stars). All are open source, free to use, and many can be self-hosted.

Quick comparison

Open-source alternatives to Microsoft Teams, ranked by GitHub stars
#ToolStarsLanguageLicense
1Rocket.Chat

Rocket.Chat is a versatile open-source communication platform that prioritizes data protection and offers team collaboration, file sharing, and seamless integrations.

42.2kTypeScriptOther
2Mattermost

An open source platform for secure collaboration across the entire software development lifecycle.

36.2kTypeScriptOther
3Jitsi Meet

A secure, simple and scalable solution for video conferences that you can use as a standalone application or easily embed in your web application.

29.0kTypeScriptApache License 2.0
4Zulip

An open-source team chat that helps teams stay productive and focused.

25.0kPythonApache License 2.0

All open-source alternatives to Microsoft Teams

Frequently asked questions

What are the best open-source alternatives to Microsoft Teams?

The top three are Rocket.Chat(42.2k stars), Mattermost(36.2k stars), Jitsi Meet(29.0k stars). All are open source and free to use.

Are these alternatives to Microsoft Teams free?

Yes. Every tool listed here is open source and free to use in your own projects. Many can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure, which means no subscription fees and full control over your data.

Can I self-host an alternative to Microsoft Teams?

Many of the alternatives listed are self-hostable. Each tool's page lists hosting details, system requirements, and licensing terms.

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