AstraChat - Direct XMPP & VOIP

AstraChat - Direct XMPP & VOIP

by Rockliffe Systems

28 ratings
96 reviews
Free

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Released
December 7, 2014
Updated
November 11, 2022

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About

This app is a lightweight Jabber client that connects directly to your XMPP server for secure messaging and VOIP calls. It offers immediate push notifications, efficient data usage, and a modern interface without requiring account sign-ups.

✓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
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What users say about AstraChat

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What's New in AstraChat

2.0.0

November 11, 2022

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

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User reviews

is this a zombie app?

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

Is there any developer there? hello

Fails to connect

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!

Privacy Violation

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.

Used to work well

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.
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Fecha sozinho ao tentar procurar contato

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

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Reported Bugs

38 issues

App closes permanently when trying to chat

Bug

Fails to connect to accounts

Bug

Privacy violation: uploaded picture to servers without consent

Bug

App closes when selecting a contact

Bug

App closes after sending message in group chat

Bug

App crashes after update

Bug

App closes immediately on iOS 16.1.1

Bug

App opens and closes quickly

Bug

Not notified of incoming messages unless app is running

Bug

Stopped working after iOS update 14.3

Bug

No push notifications for messages

Bug

Cannot sign in

Bug

Group messages show wrong author name

Bug

App closes after login

Bug

Group chat created by iOS client doesn't show up on other devices

Bug

Cannot change password by client

Bug

Omemo support not working

Bug

App sends message repeatedly

Bug

Group chat not working on iOS

Bug

Cannot join existing groups

Bug

App crashes when entering server input

Bug

App doesn't open after update

Bug

High battery drain

Bug

VoIP feature glitchy

Bug

Cannot save images from chat

Bug

Contacts deleted from Gmail chat still show up

Bug

Cannot delete contacts

Bug

Status does not reflect correctly

Bug

Cannot turn off offline status

Bug

App crashes when there are no messages between peers

Bug

Cannot connect to servers with self-signed certificates

Bug

App crashes after login

Bug

App crashes after connecting

Bug

Online contacts listed multiple times

Bug

Screen not formatted for iPhone 6

Bug

Widgets too big

Bug

Cannot temporarily disable account

Bug

VoIP call acceptance button not appearing

Bug
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Requested Features

14 requests

OMEMO encryption support

Feature

iPad specific app

Feature

Full screen support for newer iPhones

Feature

Join existing conference rooms

Feature

Save conversation logs

Feature

Support for self-signed certificates

Feature

In-band registration

Feature

Buddy groups/contact grouping

Feature

Hide offline contacts

Feature

Dark mode

Feature

XEP-0313 support

Feature

XEP-0357 (Push Notifications) support

Feature

Proxy65 support

Feature

Kerberos or GSSAPI authentication

Feature

FAQ

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.