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AI · August 24, 2015

Host your own open source Slack-like chat platform

Centralize real-time messaging, voice, video, AI, and apps for secure, reliable and unified communication among internal and external stakeholders.

Host your own open source Slack-like chat platform launched on August 24, 2015 with 9 votes, #1,579 of 3,588 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 11 years on.

What it does

Rocket.Chat now fully conforms to WCAG 2.1 Level AA for easier regulated procurement. Bring together messaging, voice, video, critical apps, and AI to keep teams connected and missions protected. Supports high-security environments with on-prem, air-gapped, and secure cloud deployments. Built for continuity and uninterrupted communications in critical scenarios. Used in highly classified networks such as NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and JWICS, with DoD ATO up to IL6. Adaptable to your unique workflows and mission-critical needs. Siloed information flows and isolated tools risk mission failure and inefficiency. Bring teams and mission partners together to enable fast, decisive action when every second…from rocket.chat

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