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psi · v1.4 • deprecated

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Instant messaging application designed for the XMPP network

brew install --cask psi
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30-day installs
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Install trend
Trust Score 5/10
Open source (Apache-2.0) +3
Active development +0
Licensed +1
No auto-updates +0
Deprecated +0
Established (>1yr) +1
Low installs +0

Review

Mar 11, 2026

Psi is a decentralized instant messaging app for the XMPP network, offering privacy-focused communication. It supports multiple platforms and integrates with various XMPP services, ideal for users valuing privacy and control over their messaging experience.

Psi is an XMPP client enabling instant messaging across a decentralized network.

Maturity: The project has a strong GitHub presence with 3111 stars but shows limited recent activity, with the last commit in 2021.

Community: No relevant community discussion found for Psi. Hacker News mentions are unrelated, focusing on psilocybin.

Pros

  • + Supports decentralized communication, enhancing privacy.
  • + Cross-platform compatibility for versatile use.
  • + Open-source with Apache-2.0 license, promoting transparency.

Cons

  • - No updates since 2021, raising concerns about maintenance.
  • - Lack of recent community engagement may indicate stagnation.
3.1k
Stars
122
Forks
15
Issues
Apache-2.0
License
JavaScriptLast commit: Apr 10, 2021