Free apps for messaging, voice and video calls, email clients, and team communication. Explore the 18 communication tools in the AppStack catalog with official links.
Betterbird
Open SourceBetterbird is a fork of Mozilla Thunderbird with additional features and bugfixes.
winget install Betterbird.Betterbird
Chatterino
Open SourceChatterino is a chat client for Twitch chat that offers a clean and customizable interface for a better streaming experience.
winget install ChatterinoTeam.Chatterino
Dorion
Open SourceTiny alternative Discord client with a smaller footprint, snappier startup, themes, plugins and more!
winget install SpikeHD.Dorion
Element
Open SourceElement is a client for Matrix; an open network for secure, decentralized communication.
winget install Element.Element
QTox
Open SourceQTox is a free and open-source messaging app that prioritizes user privacy and security in its design.
winget install Tox.qTox
Signal
Open SourceSignal is a privacy-focused messaging app that offers end-to-end encryption for secure and private communication.
winget install OpenWhisperSystems.Signal
Telegram
Open SourceTelegram is a cloud-based instant messaging app known for its security features, speed, and simplicity.
winget install Telegram.TelegramDesktop
Thunderbird
Open SourceMozilla Thunderbird is a free and open-source email client, news client, and chat client with advanced features.
winget install Mozilla.Thunderbird
Vesktop
Open SourceA cross-platform electron-based desktop app aiming to give you a snappier Discord experience with Vencord pre-installed.
winget install Vencord.Vesktop
Discord
FreewareDiscord is a popular communication platform with voice, video, and text chat, designed for gamers but used by a wide range of communities.
winget install Discord.Discord
Slack
FreewareSlack is a collaboration hub that connects teams and facilitates communication through channels, messaging, and file sharing.
winget install SlackTechnologies.Slack
Teams
FreewareMicrosoft Teams is a collaboration platform that integrates with Office 365 and offers chat, video conferencing, file sharing, and more.
winget install Microsoft.Teams
TeamSpeak 3
FreewareTEAMSPEAK. YOUR TEAM. YOUR RULES. Use crystal clear sound to communicate with your teammates cross-platform with military-grade security, lag-free performance & unparalleled reliability and uptime.
winget install TeamSpeakSystems.TeamSpeakClient
TeamSpeak 6
FreewareTEAMSPEAK. YOUR TEAM. YOUR RULES. Use crystal clear sound to communicate with your teammates cross-platform with military-grade security, lag-free performance & unparalleled reliability and uptime.
winget install TeamSpeakSystems.TeamSpeakClient.Beta.6
Viber
FreewareViber is a free messaging and calling app with features like group chats, video calls, and more.
winget install Rakuten.Viber
WhatsApp Desktop
FreewareWhatsApp Desktop is the official Windows desktop messaging app from Meta, distributed through the Microsoft Store.
winget install msstore:9NKSQGP7F2NH
Zoom
FreewareZoom is a popular video conferencing and web conferencing service for online meetings, webinars, and collaborative projects.
winget install Zoom.Zoom
Proton Mail
FreemiumProton Mail is an end-to-end encrypted email service by Proton, protecting your privacy with zero-access encryption.
winget install Proton.ProtonMail