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Rocket.Chat is the leading open source team communication platform, available on-premises or on Cloud, for web, desktop and mobile.
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Overview
Rocket.Chat is an open source team chat collaboration platform that allows users to communicate securely in real-time on web, desktop or mobile and to customize their interface with a range of plugins, themes and integrations with other key software. Users can set up Rocket.Chat on cloud or by hosting their own servers on-premises, and the platform can be installed on Linux, FreeBSD, macOS and Windows as well as on Android and iOS. Rocket.Chat Marketplace launched in September 2018, enabling users to build, browse and download apps on Rocket.Chat's newest app ecosystem. By opting for Rocket.Chat, users also benefit from audio and video conferencing, guest access, screen and file sharing, LiveChat, LDAP Group Sync, two-factor authentication (2FA), E2E encryption, SSO, dozens of OAuth providers and unlimited users, guests, channels, messages, searches and files.
Highlights
- Secure and private messaging
- programmable and extendable
- Easy to set up, configure, and operate.
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
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AmazonLinux AL2023
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Paid support contracts are available and have specific cancellation and refund policies. For paid support please email aws_support@rocket.chat
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Delivery details
64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
An AMI is a virtual image that provides the information required to launch an instance. Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) instances are virtual servers on which you can run your applications and workloads, offering varying combinations of CPU, memory, storage, and networking resources. You can launch as many instances from as many different AMIs as you need.
Version release notes
Rocket.Chat 8.0.1 release with a zarf installer
Additional details
Usage instructions
To install Rocket.Chat, SSH into the machine and follow the install instructions in the INSTALL.md file inside the home directory.
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Customer reviews
Digital commerce B.
Simplified Team Communication with Room for UI Improvement
Reviewed on Apr 05, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
I like Rocket.Chat for its simplicity and real-time communication. It's very easy to understand and use, so we don't need to train employees on it. Everything's centralized, allowing my whole company to work and share thoughts together, which is great for team communication.
What do you dislike about the product?
Maybe the user interface because compared to other tools it's less impressive, other things are good.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Rocket.Chat centralizes communication, keeping everyone synced effortlessly. Its simplicity means no training is needed, and real-time communication enhances team interactions.
Computer Software
Rocket.Chat: Full Control With Flexible Self-Hosting and Integrations
Reviewed on Apr 01, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
What I like most about Rocket.Chat is the level of control it gives you, especially with the option to self-host. It’s great knowing that you own your data and can customize the platform based on your needs. The channels, direct messages, and file sharing make team communication straightforward, and it works well for both small teams and more structured setups. I also like how flexible it is when it comes to integrations.
What do you dislike about the product?
The setup and configuration can be a bit complex, especially if you don’t have much technical experience. The interface also isn’t as polished as some other chat tools, so it can take a little time to get used to. In some cases, performance depends a lot on how it’s hosted, and you might need to spend time maintaining it.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Rocket.Chat helps centralize team communication in one place instead of relying on multiple tools. It replaces scattered conversations across emails and messaging apps with organized channels and direct messages. It’s especially useful for teams that care about privacy and data control, since everything can be managed internally. This has made collaboration smoother and reduced the back-and-forth across different platforms.
Ruchi S.
Flexible, Easy-to-Use Tool with Full Control Over Your Data
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
it’s flexible and gives full control over data while still being easy to use.
What do you dislike about the product?
setup and customization can be a bit complex compared to simpler chat tools.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
it helps solve scattered communication and data privacy concerns by bringing all team and customer conversations into one secure platform, which makes collaboration smoother and keeps everything organized for me.
Computer Software
Great for Staying in Touch, but Feels Like a Slack Alternative
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
It is a great way to keep in immediate touch with colleagues, making it simpler to communicate and share information.
What do you dislike about the product?
It is the poorer cousin of Slack. It can be a little clunky when searching. It is hosted by the institution so support seems to be less robust.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
It allows me to message in real time, reducing wait time for responses. I am able to store messages for future use, making it easier to find information when needed.
Krishna J.
Rocket.Chat: Flexible, Secure, and Highly Customizable Team Collaboration
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
What I like most about Rocket.Chat is its open-source flexibility, strong security, and ability to customize communication workflows. It also supports team collaboration with channels, integrations, and self-hosting options.
What do you dislike about the product?
One drawback of Rocket.Chat is that the setup and maintenance can be complex, especially for teams without technical expertise. Some advanced features also require additional configuration or paid plans.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Rocket.Chat solves the problem of scattered team communication by providing a centralized platform for messaging, file sharing, and collaboration. This improves team coordination, keeps conversations organized, and increases productivity.