Download Chat & Messaging Tools for Windows

Chat & Messaging

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AdiIRC 4.4 [ 2023-08-28 | 3 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7 | 12712 | 5 ]

AdiIRC is a free IRC (Internet Relay Chat) client with multiple servers and channels available and includes exchanging files.

Aim Ad Hack 6.23 [ 2011-04-20 | 833 KB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/08/Vista/Windows7 | 131144 | 5 ]

Aim Ad Hack will effectively remove all the ads from AIM. Just extract the file into your AIM directory. With this small file you can effectively remove all the ads from AIM.

AIM Lite 0.32 [ 2007-03-28 | 1.6 MB | Freeware | Win All | 15211 | 5 ]

A simple, fun, light IM client.

AIMAH 1.2 [ 2005-10-16 | 383 KB | Freeware | Win9x/NT/200x/XP/Vista | 14961 | 3 ]

AIMAH is a small autohide utility for AIM Buddy List Window.

Anti-Windows Messenger 0.91 Beta [ 2003-11-24 | 393 KB | Freeware | Win XP | 37096 | 4 ]

This software prevents Windows Messenger from remaining an active process.

AutoLeaveMeeting 1.0 [ 2022-11-29 | 2 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7 | 435 | 5 ]

AutoLeaveMeeting makes sure that your web meeting session closes.

BlackBerry Master Control Program Portable 1.0.0.0 [ 2012-08-28 | 3.32 MB | Freeware | Win 2000/03/08/XP/Vista/7 | 47971 | 4 ]

BlackBerry Master Control Program (MCP) is a power tool for BlackBerry devices designed for basic, moderate and advanced users.

Camfrog Video Chat 8.1.0.49780 [ 2025-02-01 | 90 MB | Ad-Supported | 11|10|8|7|Android|macOS | 71778 | 3 ]

Camfrog Video Chat is a multi-video chat program for switching between different video chat usernames without having multiple platforms open.

Chatterino 2.5.3 [ 2025-03-23 | 44 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 501 | 5 ]

Chatterino is a specialized chat client for Twitch that offers a more advanced and user-friendly experience than the standard Twitch web chat.

Citron Messenger 2.5.3.1 Beta [ 2011-01-25 | 3.56 MB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/Vista/Windows7 | 6808 | 1 ]

Jabber, Google talk, LiveJournal, AIM, ICQ in one cute and simple program!

Clean Messenger 2.7.0106 [ 2006-11-24 | 1.2 MB | Freeware | Win 2K/03/XP/Vista | 24249 | 4 ]

Clean Messenger is a free application that can mask all the elements of the interfaces of MSN Messenger (ads, buttons, etc.).

Confide 1.10.2 [ 2021-08-10 | 80.2 MB | Freemium | 11|10|8|7|Android|macOS | 17443 | 4 ]

Confide is a secure messaging app featuring fully encrypted self-destructing messages and more.

Demonsaw 4.1.1 [ 2018-12-09 | 10.7 MB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 | 5341 | 5 ]

Demonsaw allows you to chat, message, and transfer files through an encrypted communications platform.

Digsby Build 30295 [ 2012-07-13 | 18.2 MB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/Vista/Windows7 | 8734 | 3 ]

digsby is a multiprotocol IM client that lets you chat with all your friends on AIM, MSN, Yahoo, ICQ, Google Talk, and Jabber with one simple to manage buddy list.

Disable/Remove Windows Messenger [ 2016-10-16 | 7 KB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 78720 | 5 ]

This utility will allow you to disable Windows Messenger on per-user basis, or on a machine wide basis.

Discord 1.0.9195 [ 2025-06-10 | 100-182 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 8968 | 3 ]

Discord is a popular instant messaging and VoIP app offering data and traffic protection for desktop computers and smartphones. There is an Open Source portable version available.

Discord Portable 1.0.9188-21 [ 2025-05-30 | 5 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7 | 15570 | 4 ]

Discord Portable lets you take the popular Discord instant messaging and VoIP app with you.

Ferdium 7.1.0 [ 2025-05-25 | Size Varies | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 650 | 5 ]

Ferdium offers an innovative online platform that serves as a one-stop shop for a wide range of communication services. A Portable version via PortableApps is also available.

Ferdium Portable 7.1.0 [ 2025-05-26 | 190 MB | Open Source | 11|10 | 396 | 5 ]

Ferdium Portable provides an innovative online platform that functions as a service consolidator. It allows you to access a wide range of communication services in one place. It is also available as an installer and for Linux and Mac.

Festoon (Formerly vSkype) 1.3.70 Beta [ 2005-10-12 | 3.3 MB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/08/Vista/Windows7 | 27899 | 5 ]

Festoon adds video and sharing to your Skype experience.
Getting started is simple. Just connect a camera, download our free Festoon plug-in, and invite up to 200 buddies to a video call

Franz 5.11.0 [ 2025-04-09 | 81-178 MB | Ad-Supported / Freemium | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 12258 | 4 ]

Franz allows you to group all of your messaging and chat services within one easy-to-configure application.

Free Message Encrypter 0.1 [ 2016-04-05 | 26.0 KB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 4432 | 5 ]

Free Message Encrypter is a small and easy-to-use message encryption tool.

FreeChat for WhatsApp 1.1.6 [ 2021-06-10 | 4.61 MB | Freeware | macOS | 855 | 5 ]

FreeChat lets you access WhatsApp conveniently. Never miss a message again.

Gizmo Project 4.0.5.400 [ 2009-11-11 | 13.2 MB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/Vista/Windows7 | 25370 | 4 ]

Gizmo Project uses your internet connection (broadband or dial-up) to make calls to other computers. With the click of a mouse, you're connected to friends, family, and colleagues anywhere on earth.

GoldBug Secure Email Client & Instant Messenger 6.0 [ 2022-08-04 | 125 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7 | 32268 | 5 ]

GoldBug Secure Email Client & Instant Messenger is a secure instant messenger that ensures no unwanted third party can eavesdrop on your conversations.

HexChat 2.16.2 [ 2024-02-08 | 10 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 6625 | 5 ]

HexChat is a customizable cross-platform IRC (Internet Relay Chat) client based on XChat that allows for multiple simultaneous connections providing you a free option for chatting with users from anywhere in the world. Portable version is also available.

HexChat Portable 2.16.2 [ 2024-02-09 | 13 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7 | 391 | 5 ]

HexChat Portable is a cross-platform IRC client based on XChat. It provides multiple simultaneous connections and allows chatting with users from anywhere in the world, all for free. Installer and Linux versions are also available.

ICQ 23.2.0 Build 48119 [ 2023-04-20 | 104 MB | Ad-Supported | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 121852 | 4 ]

ICQ (or 'I Seek You') is an instant messaging service that permits you to find friends, colleagues, and people with similar interests and chat freely.

IM2 2.0.0.111 [ 2005-07-07 | 4 MB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/08/Vista/Windows7 | 25089 | 5 ]

IM2 makes it possible to connect with friends using the most popular chat-protocols - AIM, ICQ, IRC, MSN and Yahoo!. In addition to this IM2 gives users the possibility to establish protected chat sessions.

IMAware 1.3.0 [ 2008-02-12 | 0.98 MB | Freeware | Win 2K/03/XP/Vista | 9939 | 1 ]

IMAware is a program for Windows to quickly scan your computer for instant messaging programs. IMAware is for parents and business that want to know what instant messengers are installed on their computers.

Isotoxin 0.4.528 [ 2018-03-03 | 7.40 MB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 10245 | 5 ]

Isotoxin is a secure LAN and Tox messenger that allows easy communications over the internet as well as local networks.

Jami 202506161038 [ 2025-06-17 | 122-402 MB | Open Source | 11|10|Android|Linux|macOS | 4017 | 4 ]

Jami is a viable alternative to Zoom that is designed with the freedom and privacy of users in mind.

LAN Messenger 1.2.35 [ 2016-08-09 | 11.6 MB | Open Source | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista | 7454 | 4 ]

LAN Messenger is an Open Source cross-platform instant messenger that allows server-less communications over local networks.

LocalSend 1.17.0 [ 2025-02-19 | 12-48 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 4415 | 5 ]

LocalSend lets you share files and messages with nearby devices on your local network without requiring an internet connection.

Logi Tune 3.10.120.0 [ 2025-05-08 | 185-254 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|Android|macOS | 3021 | 5 ]

Logi Tune provides you with a way to optimize your webcam and Logi Dock for video meetings.

ManyCam 9.1.0.5 [ 2025-01-28 | 81-127 MB | Ad-Supported / Freemium | 11|10|8|7|macOS | 89254 | 4 ]

ManyCam is a free live studio & webcam effects software. You can use your webcam with multiple chat applications, add webcam effects, use live audio and voice changer, draw over your video window, and more.

Mess Patch 8.1.0106 Generation 5 [ 2006-11-04 | 296 KB | Freeware | Win 2K/03/XP/Vista | 18536 | 4 ]

Almost 80 tweaks for the latest Windows Live Messenger!

MicroSIP 3.21.6 [ 2025-01-19 | 9 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7 | 77090 | 5 ]

MicroSIP is a free, Open-Source app that allows you to easily make high-quality VoIP calls (person-to-person or on regular telephones) via the open SIP protocol.

Microsoft Teams 1.8.00.12555 [ 2025-05-17 | 146-211 MB | Freemium | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 33132 | 4 ]

Microsoft Teams allows you to invite anyone you work with to chat, meet, call, and collaborate all in one place, no matter where you are.

middle_man 0.3.0004 [ 2007-04-24 | 882 KB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/08/Vista/Windows7 | 12374 | 1 ]

Middle_man is a free plugin for AOL Instant Messenger (AIM). By using proxy technology to tunnel the AIM connection through itself, middle_man is able to remove some of the restrictions created by AOL.

Miranda IM 0.10.80 [ 2018-04-25 | 7.90 MB | Open Source | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 131080 | 5 ]

Miranda IM is an instant messaging client designed to be resource efficient and easy to use. Portable version also available.

Miranda IM Portable 0.10.78 [ 2018-04-13 | 9.13 MB | Open Source | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 6836 | 5 ]

Miranda IM Portable is a messenger client designed to be resource efficient and easy to use. Also available as an installer.

Monochrome 1.3 [ 2018-09-23 | 380 KB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 996 | 5 ]

Monochrome is an IRC client intended for long-time IRC users with the goal of security, reliability, and stability despite IRC network failures or connectivity problems.

MP3 Skype Recorder 4.33 [ 2017-06-12 | 6.13 MB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 16616 | 3 ]

MP3 Skype Recorder is designed to easily record Skype calls - even ones over landlines.

MSN Slide Max 2.3.6.6 [ 2013-03-06 | 1.7 MB | Shareware $14.95 | Win 8\ Win 7\ Vista\ XP | 2151 | 1 ]

MSN Slide Max enables you to search for fantastic display pictures online and make unique animation slideshows as display pictures for your MSN Messenger and Windows Live Messenger!

Mumble 1.5.735 [ 2024-12-08 | Size Varies | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 13256 | 5 ]

Mumble is low-latency, always encrypted Open Source communication application perfect for gamers with an in-game overlay as well as positional audio so you can hear where other players are located. A portable version is also available.

Mumble Portable 1.5.735 [ 2025-04-10 | 21 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8 | 182 | 5 ]

Mumble Portable is an Open Source communication application designed for gamers that offers low latency and ensures that all communications are encrypted. Installer, Linux, and Mac versions are also available.

MyChat 2025.2.1 [ 2025-04-15 | 11- 200 MB | Freemium | 11|10|8|Android|Linux|macOS | 627 | 5 ]

MyChat is a secure messaging and collaboration platform built for internal business networks.

MySpaceIM 1.0.823 [ 2009-12-01 | 293 KB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/08/Vista/Windows7 | 17684 | 5 ]

MySpaceIM is the official instant messaging client for the social networking site MySpace.

Netchat 7.17 [ 2025-02-23 | 2 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7 | 9594 | 3 ]

Netchat allows you to chat with other users in the same subnet easily.

Pidgin 2.14.14 [ 2025-01-23 | 35 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 100739 | 5 ]

Pidgin is a chat program that lets you log in to accounts on multiple chat networks simultaneously. Portable version also available.

Pidgin Portable 2.14.14 [ 2025-04-29 | 15 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Vista|XP | 500 | 5 ]

Pidgin Portable is a multifunctional chat application that allows users to connect to multiple chat networks simultaneously. This capability facilitates efficient communication across various platforms, all within a single, user-friendly interface. Installer, Linux, and Mac versions are also available.

Privacy Extension For WhatsApp Web For Chrome and Firefox 3.3.2 [ 2025-03-22 | Size Varies | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 2003 | 5 ]

Privacy Extension For WhatsApp Web for Chrome and Firefox adds a layer of privacy by hiding messages from nosey bystanders until you hover over them.

Raidcall 7.3.6 [ 2014-06-11 | 5.5 MB | Freeware | Win 8/Win 7/ Vista | 36797 | 5 ]

RaidCall is a handy, easy to use voice chat application for groups.

Rambox 2.4.1 [ 2024-10-21 | 78-193 MB | Freemium | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 12435 | 4 ]

Rambox is an Open Source messaging and emailing app that combines the most common web applications into one.

Remove Netmeeting 1.2 [ 2016-10-16 | 677 KB | Freeware | Win 9x/ME/2K/XP | 22554 | 3 ]

Simply remove Netmeeting from your computer.

RetroShare 0.6.7 [ 2023-11-30 | 33 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|macOS | 13157 | 4 ]

RetroShare lets you securely chat and share files with your friends and family, using a web-of-trust to authenticate peers and OpenSSL to encrypt all communication.

Session 1.16.2 [ 2025-06-06 | Size Varies | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 1958 | 5 ]

Session is a secure messenger that provides complete end-to-end encryption to ensure privacy and removes sensitive metadata.

Shoot The Messenger [ 2003-04-30 | 22 KB | Freeware | Win NT/2K | 29992 | 5 ]

Display status as well as enable and disable Messenger Service.

Signal 7.58.0 Beta 2 / 7.57.0 [ 2025-06-10 | 115-238 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 26019 | 3 ]

Signal Private Messenger allows you to communicate in real-time and share media or attachments with complete privacy.

Skype 8.150.0.125 $\Hot$ [ 2025-05-05 | 88-233 MB | Ad-Supported | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 892226 | 5 ]

Skype is one of the longest-running, well-known video chat clients. Also available as a portable app.

Skype AdBlocker 4 [ 2016-11-16 | 130 KB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 5821 | 5 ]

Skype AdBlocker is designed to remove all ads, promotions, tips, data collecting and more from Skype. Video tutorial available.

Skype Classic [ 2024-06-22 | 56.0 MB | Ad-Supported | 10|8|7 | 11137 | 5 ]

Skype Classic is the last version (7.41) of Skype released before the new, version 8 interface was released.

Speak-A-Message 10.3.0 [ 2017-08-10 | 17.4 MB+ | Freeware | 10|8|7|Vista|XP | 36585 | 4 ]

Speak-A-Message offers the widest range of features for voice recording and voice email.

SplitCam 10.8.5 [ 2024-07-14 | 346-372 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|macOS | 2992 | 5 ]

SplitCam offers cool webcam effects for having more positive emotions during video calls with your friends.

sPortable 8.150.0.125 [ 2025-05-05 | 918 KB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7 | 4327 | 4 ]

sPortable allows you to take Skype with you wherever you may roam. Skype desktop, Android, and Mac are also available.

SpyCQ 1.6c [ 2005-10-25 | 1.1 MB | Freeware | Win9x/NT/200x/XP/Vista | 26385 | 5 ]

SpyCQ grants the user an ability to see whether his "Away Message" is being read, and if so - by which person (That includes Away/NA/DND/Occupied types of Away Messages).

SSuite - Dual View Portable 1.6 [ 2014-02-03 | 613 KB | Freeware | Win 8 / Win 7 / Vista/ XP | 10779 | 5 ]

Designed to be a portable video phone for use within small, medium, and large Local Area Networks {LAN}, even Wi-Fi networks.

SSuite - FaceTime Video Phone 3.4 [ 2014-01-10 | 10.7 MB | Freeware | Win 8 / Win 7 / Vista/ XP | 10148 | 4 ]

Specially designed for local area networks and direct internet connections for absolute communication security.

SSuite - Snappy IM 2.4 [ 2014-01-18 | 456 KB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 10033 | 5 ]

SSuite - Snappy IM provides server-less IM Video chatting on any LAN or Wi-Fi network.

SSuite - Sqeaker Video Phone 1.4 [ 2014-01-23 | 614 KB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 10206 | 5 ]

Sqeaker video phone is designed to be a video/voip application for use within small, medium, and large Local Area Networks {LAN}, even Wi-Fi networks.

SSuite Communication Sidebar 2.8.4.4 [ 2016-06-08 | 9.23 MB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista | 4199 | 5 ]

SSuite Communication Sidebar provides you with instant communications and file transfer over a LAN or internet connection.

SSuite HyperCam Video Phone 1.0 [ 2014-07-28 | 6.2 MB | Freeware | Win 8 / Win 7 / Vista/ XP | 8452 | 5 ]

HyperCam Video Phone was designed to be a server-less communicator for use within any Local Area Network and WiFi networks.

SSuite NetVine LAN Suite 2.6.4.4 [ 2024-03-11 | 5 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7 | 21030 | 5 ]

SSuite NetVine LAN Suite is a full-featured server-less communications application for LAN and Wi-Fi networks.

SSuite Office - FaceCom Portal 2.2 [ 2014-01-08 | 6.5 MB | Freeware | Win 8 / Win 7 / Vista/ XP | 20804 | 5 ]

A video/voip application for use within small, medium, and large Local Area Networks {LAN}, even Wi-Fi networks.

SSuite Office - IM Video Chat 2.8 [ 2017-03-27 | 1.70 MB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP | 15647 | 5 ]

IM Video Chat is designed to be an instant messaging and video software for use within Local Area Networks {LAN}.

SSuite UltraCam Video Phone 2.4 [ 2016-07-22 | 5.54 MB | Freeware | Win 10 / 8 / 7 | 8451 | 5 ]

SSuite UltraCam Video Phone was designed to be a LAN or Wi-Fi network server-less communicator providing private and secure peer-to-peer communications.

Super Yahoo Messenger Archive Decoder 42.00 [ 2012-10-02 | 496 KB | Shareware $14.95 | Win XP/2003/08/Vista/Windows7 | 29384 | 4 ]

Read Yahoo chat conversations of everyone who uses or used your computer. No need their password to read their conversations. Enable Arching option directly from this program.

TeamSpeak 3.6.1 [ 2024-01-10 | Size Varies | Ad-Supported | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 53701 | 4 ]

TeamSpeak provides a cost-free option for voice communication, be it during gaming, studying, or professional engagements.

TeamTalk 5.18 [ 2025-05-06 | 4-69 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 41130 | 4 ]

TeamTalk allows you to chat with your friends or colleagues using the internet or a local area network.

Telegram 5.15.4 [ 2025-06-11 | Size Varies | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 107801 | 4 ]

Telegram is a free mobile/desktop messaging app with a focus on speed and security.

TrayButton for WhatsApp 1.0.83 [ 2023-11-23 | 7 MB | Freeware | 11|10 | 513 | 5 ]

TrayButton for WhatsApp aims to ensure you never miss an important WhatsApp message again.

Trillian 6.5 Build 45 [ 2024-09-03 | 30 MB | Ad-Supported | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 144905 | 5 ]

Trillian is a multi-network chat client that supports Google, AIM, ICQ, Twitter, and more.

Uninstall Messenger [ 2004-07-21 | 20 KB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/08/Vista/Windows7 | 37041 | 4 ]

This tool uninstalls (MSN) Windows Messenger on Windows XP platforms.

Utopia 1.3.794 [ 2024-12-27 | Size Varies | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 7243 | 4 ]

Utopia is a secure decentralized P2P ecosystem that allows for file transfers, anonymous communications, and cryptocurrency mining.

Ventrillo 3.0.8 $\Pick$ [ 2013-10-15 | 2.60 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8 | 18831 | 5 ]

Ventrilo is the next evolutionary step of Voice over IP (VoIP) group communications software. Ventrilo is also the industry standard by which all others measure themselves as they attempt to imitate its features.

Viber 25.5.0.0 [ 2025-06-09 | 3-248 MB | Ad-Supported | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 134704 | 3 ]

Viber is a cross-platform VoIP (voice over IP) application that will let you send free messages and make free calls to other Viber users on any device, network, or in any country in which you happen to be.

WhatsApp 2.2523.1.0 [ 2025-06-10 | Size Varies | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|macOS | 147806 | 3 ]

WhatsApp for Desktop provides you with nearly all the same free functionality of the Android version directly on your PC.

WhatsappTray 1.9.0 [ 2024-06-15 | 2 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Android | 5008 | 5 ]

WhatsappTray is an Open Source extension for your installed Whatsapp for Desktop that allows you to minimize it to the systray.

WinMailer 1.0 [ 2012-09-13 | 166 KB | Freeware | Win XP/2003/08/Vista/Windows7 | 8432 | 5 ]

WinMailer is a stand-alone TWC freeware, that will allow you to quickly send email, along with attachments, to anyone using your Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo, AOL or any other email account.

Yahoo! Messenger 11.5.0.228 [ 2012-05-31 | 18.4 MB | Freeware | Win All | 139239 | 5 ]

Instant messaging allows you to quickly exchange messages with your online friends. Unlike e-mail, instant messages appear as soon they`re sent. By downloading the Yahoo! Messenger application to your computer, you can send instant messages.

zmPortable 6.4.12 [ 2025-05-29 | 5 MB | Freemium | 11|10|8|7 | 2394 | 5 ]

If you're looking for a portable way to access Zoom for virtual meetings and collaboration, look no further than zmPortable. Installer is also available.

Zoom Workplace 6.4.12 [ 2025-05-29 | Size Varies | Freemium | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 53883 | 4 ]

Zoom Workplace can help you connect with friends and coworkers, featuring chat, meetings, video webinars, conference rooms, and more. A portable version is also available.