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Tinode

Instant messaging server written in Go with gRPC, REST, and WebSockets.

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LicenseApache-2.0
GitHub stars11.2k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Push NotificationsRealtimeGrpcInstant MessagingChat ServerGolang
Overview

Why consider Tinode?

Tinode is an open-source, scalable instant messaging platform written in Go. It supports real-time group chats, topic subscriptions, push notifications, and end-to-end message routing.

Guided learning

Learn Tinode by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Tinode

Tinode is a lightweight messaging backend capable of handling millions of concurrent chat connections on a single server. It includes client SDKs for Android, iOS, React, and Python.

Running with Docker

bash
1docker run -d \
2 --name tinode \
3 -p 6060:6060 \
4 tinode/tinode-mysql:latest

Access the Tinode web client on http://localhost:6060.

Tinode is distributed under the Apache License Version 2.0.

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Tinode FAQs

Tinode is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Tinode is listed under the Apache-2.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Tinode is listed as an alternative to Sendbird. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.