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Self-Hosting Rocket.Chat: Full-Featured Team Communication

Rocket.Chat is a comprehensive team communication platform. Channels, video calls, federation, and 1000+ integrations.

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What Is Rocket.Chat?


Rocket.Chat is a comprehensive communication platform. It goes beyond messaging to include video conferencing, omnichannel customer support, and marketplace apps.


Rocket.Chat vs Mattermost


  • Rocket.Chat: More features, video built-in, omnichannel
  • Mattermost: Better performance, cleaner UX, developer-focused
  • Rocket.Chat for feature completeness, Mattermost for focused team chat

    • Features


    Messaging

  • Channels (public and private)
  • Direct messages
  • Threads
  • Reactions and emojis
  • File sharing
  • Search

    • Video & Audio

  • Built-in video conferencing
  • Screen sharing
  • Recording

    • Omnichannel

  • Live chat widget for your website
  • WhatsApp integration
  • Facebook Messenger integration
  • Email integration

    • Apps Marketplace

  • 1000+ apps and integrations
  • Custom apps support
  • Webhooks and bots

    • Federation

  • Connect with other Rocket.Chat servers
  • Matrix bridge support

    • Deployment


    1. Deploy Rocket.Chat on TinyPod

    2. Configure your workspace

    3. Create channels

    4. Install mobile and desktop apps

    5. Invite your team


    Resources: 2 CPU, 2 GB RAM.