Sharkord
Open Source MITLightweight, self-hosted, open-source chat server with voice, video, text, and screen sharing.
Description
Lightweight, self-hosted, open-source chat server with voice, video, text, and screen sharing. Built for small groups who want privacy, simplicity, and full control over their data.
Preview
Platforms
Linux Docker
Replaces the following proprietary tools
WhatsApp → Sharkord
Slack → Sharkord
Microsoft Teams → Sharkord
Self-Hosting
Sharkord can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure. Visit the official documentation for installation instructions.
Documentation →Categories
Tags
#bun
#chat
#data-ownership
#mediasoup
#messaging
#privacy
#realtime
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