Mattermost
The collaboration platform for technical teams.
Overview
Mattermost is a flexible, open-source messaging platform that enables secure team collaboration. It is designed for technical and operational teams with a need for high security and control. It can be deployed on-premise or in a private cloud, giving organizations full control over their data. It offers channels, direct messaging, and deep integrations with developer tools.
✨ Key Features
- Team Messaging and Channels
- Playbooks for structured workflows
- Self-hosting and private cloud deployment
- Extensive integrations with developer tools
- Full data control and ownership
- Calls (voice/video)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Open-source and self-hostable for maximum data control
- Deeply integrated with developer workflows and tools
- Structured workflow automation with Playbooks
Unique Value: Offers technical teams a flexible, open-source platform with deep integrations and workflow automation, all under their own security and IT control.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- DevOps incident response channels
- Secure software development lifecycle communication
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Non-technical teams looking for a simple, plug-and-play solution
- Companies without IT resources to manage a self-hosted instance
🏆 Alternatives
Provides greater control, security, and customization than SaaS alternatives like Slack, and is more focused on technical workflows.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: Core collaboration features for small teams, self-hosted.
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