# AstraChat - Direct XMPP & VOIP

> Direct XMPP client with VOIP calling and push notifications. (iPhone/iPad app by Rockliffe Systems.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astrachat-direct-xmpp-and-voip/id923002139 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rockliffe Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/923002138)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 28 App Store ratings · 96 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English, Indonesian
- Released: 2014-12-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astrachat-direct-xmpp-and-voip/id923002139/reviews.md

## What is AstraChat?

AstraChat is a standalone lightweight Jabber client app with VOIP calling that connects directly to your XMPP server without any proxies in-between.

AstraChat is always connected to your XMPP server in the background and provides you with immediate push notifications of new messages. 

AstraChat is very efficient with the network connection and data consumption so you can be confident that it will use very little of your battery or data allowance.

• Reliable direct connection to the XMPP server
• VOIP calling between clients using Jingle 
• Chat groups
• No proxy server that might compromise your password or message content
• No account to sign up - just download and connect to your own server
• Secure connection with SSL and TLS
• Compatible with all XMPP servers
• Works on all mobile and WiFi networks
• Immediate push notification of new messages
• Emoticons
• Avatars
• Is typing support
• Message delivery receipts
• Last seen presence (XEP-0012 if supported by XMPP server)
• Fast picture sharing
• Unlimited chat history
• Easy to use
• Fast and modern WhatsApp like interface
• Efficient network use
• Optimized for mobile devices
• Low battery consumption
• Low network consumption

AstraChat is suitable for large or small enterprises. With AstraChat, you will be ALWAYS ON!

For more information visit our website or email support@astrachat.com.

Supported XMPP Protocols:
• RFC-3920: Core
• RFC-3921: Instant Messaging and Presence
• XEP-0012 Last Activity
• XEP-0016 Privacy Lists
• XEP-0054 vcard-temp
• XEP-0085 Chat State Notifications
• XEP-0153 vCard-Based Avatars
• XEP-0172 User Nickname
• XEP-0184 Message Delivery Receipts
• XEP-0191 Blocking Command
• XEP-0198 Stream Management
• XEP-0199 XMPP Ping 
• XEP-0176: Jingle ICE-UDP
• XEP-0045: Multi-User Chat

AstraChat is a product of Rockliffe Systems - developers of rock solid communication software since 1995.

## Key features

- Direct XMPP server connection
- VOIP calling via Jingle
- Chat groups
- Immediate push notifications
- Efficient network and battery use
- Secure SSL/TLS connections
- WhatsApp-like interface

## Recent user reviews (10 of 96)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astrachat-direct-xmpp-and-voip/id923002139/reviews.md

### 1/5 — is this a zombie app?

*2025-02-13, version 2.0.0*

whenever i try to chat to someone, the app closes permanently.

Is there any developer there? hello

### 1/5 — Fails to connect

*2024-03-18, version 2.0.0*

I can’t even connect to an add account. Useless app. Using IPad Pro bought in July 2023, attempted to use app on March 18th 2024. Please fix!

### 1/5 — Privacy Violation

*2024-01-15, version 2.0.0*

Sent a picture to one of my contacts. 

Instead of it going to the person, AstaChat uploaded it to their servers! 🤯😡

It didn’t ask me first. All it says is “Your friend sent an image via AstraChat.  Download (the app) at (our website) to see the image.” 

WHAT A MASSIVE PRIVACY VIOLATION.

### 2/5 — Used to work well

*2023-06-19, version 2.0.0*

I have my own xmpp server prosody running on a pi3.  Desktop clients connect fine using pidgin.  And this program used to work.  Then there was an update, and all attempts to connect fail so I tried deleting and re-creating the ID on this app no luck.  I tried uninstalling the app entirely and reinstalling it still no luck.  Attempt to connect sit there for so many seconds and then fail.  No useful error message nothing in the XMPP server log.  If I put in an invalid login and password, it fails immediately so there is a communication attempt which is successful to the point where it fails.  They’ve obviously changed something beyond just updating it for the new iOS. If you can get it to work it’s a fine chat program. Good luck.

### 4/5 — Fecha sozinho ao tentar procurar contato

*2023-05-22, version 2.0.0*

O aplicativo funciona a muito bem, exceto quando tentamos pesquisar um contato, ele fecha sozinho.

### 3/5 — App Crashes

*2023-05-05, version 2.0.0*

App simple looks good, but it crashes when selecting a contact

### 3/5 — Nice but not enough

*2022-11-30, version 2.0.0*

Nice application, but without encryption like omemo it become useless.
Also a true ipad version is missing

### 2/5 — Worked for years, no more

*2022-11-25, version 2.0.0*

Hat über Jahre prima mit meinem xmpp-server funktioniert, jetzt nicht mehr. Speichert man den Account neu, hat man Zugriff. Versucht man zu schreiben, geht die App vom Tisch.

### 3/5 — Не работает в групповом чате

*2022-11-23, version 2.0.0*

Приложение закрывается после отправки сообщения в групповом чате

### 5/5 — Crash after update

*2022-11-12, version 2.0.0*

Then try to open any chat. Iph 12 m

## Frequently asked questions about AstraChat

### What does AstraChat do?

AstraChat is a lightweight Jabber (XMPP) client that allows you to connect directly to your own XMPP server for instant messaging and VOIP calls. It provides features like push notifications, chat groups, and secure connections without needing a proxy server.

### What are the key features of AstraChat?

Key features include a reliable direct connection to your XMPP server, VOIP calling between clients, chat groups, immediate push notifications, secure connections with SSL/TLS, and an efficient, modern interface. It also supports features like message delivery receipts and typing indicators.

### Is AstraChat free to use?

Yes, AstraChat is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, and it does not require an account to sign up, allowing you to connect directly to your own server.

### What devices is AstraChat compatible with?

AstraChat is optimized for mobile devices and works on all mobile and WiFi networks. It is compatible with all XMPP servers and supports a wide range of XMPP protocols.

### Who is AstraChat suitable for?

AstraChat is suitable for individuals and enterprises looking for a secure, direct, and efficient way to communicate using the XMPP protocol. It's ideal for those who want to maintain control over their communication data and avoid third-party proxies.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2022-11-11

1. Added support to join an existing multi-user chat group
2. Added support for dark mode
3. Improved archive handling
4. Many other bug fixes and improvements

### 1.6.2 — 2019-11-13

Bug fixes.

### 1.5.32 — 2018-07-24

Bug Fixes

### 1.5.29 — 2018-04-27

Bug fixes

### 1.5.21 — 2018-01-15

Bug Fixes

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All apps by Rockliffe Systems: https://appshunter.io/developer/923002138

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