Converse
Embeddable XMPP web chat client for websites and platforms
Converse is a web-based XMPP (Jabber) chat client designed to be embedded into websites or used as a standalone browser client. It connects to XMPP servers via BOSH or WebSocket and supports common XMPP features for real-time messaging and presence.
Key Features
- XMPP client in the browser with roster (contacts), presence, and real-time messaging
- Multi-User Chat (MUC) support for group chat rooms
- Supports connecting via BOSH and WebSocket (depending on XMPP server configuration)
- OMEMO end-to-end encryption support (when server/contact capabilities allow)
- Pluggable/extendable architecture with a plugin system and theming/customization options
- Embeddable “chat widget” style integration for adding chat to existing sites/apps
- Internationalization support (multiple UI languages)
Use Cases
- Add live chat to a website backed by your own XMPP server
- Provide a web client for an organization’s XMPP deployment (e.g., Prosody/ejabberd/Openfire)
- Secure 1:1 conversations in the browser using OMEMO where supported
Limitations and Considerations
- Requires an XMPP server plus BOSH/WebSocket endpoints and correct CORS/proxy setup for browser access
- E2EE capabilities depend on client/server/contact feature support and may not cover all XMPP extensions
Converse is a solid choice when you want standards-based chat in the browser and prefer integrating with an existing XMPP ecosystem. Its embeddable approach and extensibility make it suitable for both simple site widgets and full-featured web chat deployments.
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