Private messaging on the open XMPP network

No ads, no tracking cookies, no phone number. Create an account and chat with anyone, anywhere. Works with any XMPP app and supports end-to-end encryption.

Create account How it works

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How it works

Create your account

Pick a username and password, that's all. No phone number, email is optional. Takes under a minute.

Get a chat app

XMPP works with many open apps:

Android: Conversations
iPhone: Monal or Siskin IM
Computer: Gajim or Beagle IM

Sign in and chat

Open the app and log in with your new address: you@openim.nl. Add friends, or say hi in our public room: public@conference.openim.nl

Why OpenIM

Private by default

End-to-end encryption (OMEMO), minimal logging, Tor support, and no tracking cookies.

Open & federated

XMPP is an open standard. Chat with users on any server worldwide. No walled garden, no lock-in.