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Spec sheet

Product
Tinode is a free, unlimited, flexible open source messaging platform built mobile-first.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Integrations
Developer resources list JavaScript and Java client SDKs plus adapters for authentication, databases, file uploads, gRPC, and push notifications.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Security
Tinode says it communicates over secure WebSockets; its API also supports gRPC and long polling connections.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Support
Basic includes community support, while Enterprise includes email or chat support and help with production issues.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Headquarters
Reno, Nevada, USARead 28 Sep 2026 · tinode.co
Administration
TnAdmin is a web application for common server administration, including user lookup, password resets, suspensions, and complaint review; it requires a paid license key.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Cloud limit
The Cloud plan lists file storage up to 5 GB per user.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Extensibility
Tinode says it can be extended with authentication schemes, database backends, automated bots, and plugins.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Features
The API documentation describes peer-to-peer and group topics, user discovery, presence notifications, and message publishing.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com
Hosting
Tinode can be self-hosted or hosted by Tinode, and its server can be scaled by running in a cluster.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Messaging model
Tinode is an instant messaging router and store that uses users, sessions, and named topics to route content.Read 8 Oct 2026 · github.com
Mobile setup
Tinode says stock iOS and Android apps on a self-hosted installation may lack push notifications unless configured with its push gateway or custom apps.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Use cases
Tinode is offered for company messaging and for friends and family, with Basic described as suitable for small teams and families.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co

Plans and prices

Basic Free Free for small teams · self-installation · community support · simplified push setup · production monitoring Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Cloud $1.50 a month 1.50 per user per month File storage up to 5 GB per user · TnAdmin · branded Web, iOS, and Android clients · gRPC access for chatbots Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Professional $500 a year from 500 per year Everything in Basic · TnAdmin server management · iOS and Android app setup and custom branding · prioritized feature requests Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co
Enterprise $1,500 a year from 1,500 per year Everything in Professional · assisted installation · email or chat support · production issue help Read 8 Oct 2026 · tinode.co

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