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Monal — XMPP Chat

Monal — XMPP Chat

Open source XMPP Messenger

133 ratings
202 reviews
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🌐 Social Networking
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 15, 2009
  • May 27, 2026

Developer

Thilo Molitor
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About

This open-source messenger provides a fast and user-friendly way to connect to the XMPP public chat network. Enjoy private, ad-free communication with end-to-end encryption and features like group chats and file sharing.

✓Open Source
✓No Ads
✓OMEMO encrypted chat
✓Multi user chat (MUC)
✓Audio/Video calls
✓File sharing
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Monal. Based on 133 reviews and a 3.7/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Social Networking app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Works well
  • 🔒Secure XMPP client
  • 👍Best XMPP client on iOS
  • 🚀Robust and dependable
  • 👍Actively developed

Negative things

  • 🐛Crashes and stability issues
  • 🔒Encryption problems
  • 👎Buggy UI and UX
  • 🔍Missing basic features (copy/paste, etc.)
  • 🔋High battery consumption
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What's New in Monal

6.4.21

May 27, 2026

- Show last usage timestamp of OMEMO keys - Use the iOS 18 UI in the share sheet - Allow using any language in the Display Name field in account settings - Try to improve location sharing accuracy - Improve contact last activity timestamps - Fix several bugs

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User reviews

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My thoughts about your enforced certificates

Your software your rules. My choice what security level to pick AND not to use your software.
Also maybe check your patronizing smug attitude.
Guykaro MettaGuykaro Metta

Very buggy!

This app is really hard to use. Wish there was a better option.
19581061958106

Bad experience

Continuous tls banner message spam when something is wrong that covers the save button in the configuration screen making it hard to fix. Uninstalled.
Ribbed RobblerRibbed Robbler

been great

been great, I hope the devs never stop working on this project, because the xmpp clients on ios aren’t good
GREASY UNIX USERGREASY UNIX USER

Never been able to connect my account.

Unfortunately, I’ve never been able to simply log into my account in Monal. My credentials are fine; they function perfectly on a web browser. The problem is with Monal. Hour+ of troubleshooting and I got nowhere. Don’t waste your time.
carshisscarshiss
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Disconnects frequently

Bug

Incompatible with some XMPP servers

Bug

Crashes when sending messages

Bug

Issues with loading contact lists

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add OTR/PGP encryption support

Feature

Improve group chat functionality

Feature

Allow customization of sounds and notifications

Feature

Optimize for older iOS versions

Feature

FAQ

What is Monal?

Monal is a fast and user-friendly open-source messenger designed for the XMPP public chat network. It allows you to chat privately and securely without ads or data collection.

What are the key features of Monal?

Key features include OMEMO end-to-end encryption for secure chats, multi-user chat (MUC) for group conversations, audio/video calls, and the ability to send files like images. It also supports XMPP extensions for improved mobile communication and power efficiency.

Is Monal free to use?

Yes, Monal is completely free to use. It is an open-source application with no ads and no in-app purchases, focusing on user privacy.

What devices is Monal compatible with?

While the provided description doesn't explicitly state compatibility, it is designed as a mobile application, implying it is intended for smartphones and tablets. It works with corporate XMPP servers that may require a VPN.

How does Monal ensure privacy?

Monal prioritizes privacy by being open source, not phoning home, and not collecting any personal information. With a direct connection to your server, your password and other sensitive data are never sent to third parties.