Cross-platform compatibility
Everywhere
Build flawless chat features on every major platform with one SDK for iOS, Android, and web — a shared backend keeps users and history in sync.
Best Chat SDK for Seamless Messaging & Scalable App Integration
Elevate your app with real-time messaging. Ethora’s Chat SDK for Android, iOS, and web is built for easy integration and launch of high-performance, secure chats in just a few days.
iOS · Android · Web
Open-source (AGPL)
1,000 MAU free
Secure by default, at every layer.
End-to-end encryptionSelf-hostableHIPAA & GDPR
Comprehensive Chat Messaging SDK for Seamless Integration
Our chat messaging SDK was built with developers in mind — designed for quick in-app messaging integration while staying fully customizable. Launch fast, tailor chats to your needs, and scale when necessary.
Instant messaging
Realtime
Real-time chat SDK capabilities deliver lightning-fast in-app communication with instant delivery, presence, and typing indicators.
Security & privacy
Security
End-to-end encryption ensures data protection and compliance with global standards — HIPAA, GDPR, and more.
Customizable UI
Customizable
Align every component with your brand — from basic colours to complex features — using ready-made, fully extendable UI blocks.
AI integration
AI
Power your chat with AI-driven assistants and chatbots for smarter, more engaging interactions — RAG, GPT-4, Llama, or Mistral.
Why Choose Ethora’s Instant Messaging SDK?
Ethora is built to meet the demands of modern applications with a developer-first approach.
Scalability
For startups, enterprises, and everything in between. From MVPs to full-scale platforms, Ethora’s chat SDK scales up as your app and user base grow.
Easy integration
Designed for quick onboarding without friction. Simple setup and complete documentation save your team months of work.
High security
Our secure messaging SDK protects users and sensitive data with enterprise-grade encryption, and ensures compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, and other regulations.
Customization
Keep full control of your messaging experience. Adapt every detail — features, layouts, and workflows — to match your vision and branding.
Reliable support
Round-the-clock developer support. Reach our team via Discord, GitHub, and email — real developers, always ready to help you reach your goals.
Cross-platform
One SDK works seamlessly across web, Android, and iOS — ship everywhere from a shared backend without rebuilding your chat for each platform.
Core Features of Ethora Chat SDK
Whether you’re building 1-on-1 chats or a communication platform for teams and communities, Ethora provides every instrument to create engaging experiences. Select any feature to see the details.
Instant 1:1 and group message delivery with notifications across every platform, without any friction.
Create private conversations, group chats, and invite-only rooms with member and admin controls.
Let users share images, videos, and documents directly within a conversation for richer, more engaging communication.
Create a fun, open environment with emojis and personalized reactions so users can express themselves.
Real-time activity indicators make conversations flow naturally and feel immediate.
Native push on every platform — APNs on iOS, FCM on Android, web push on the browser — keeps users engaged.
Message history and offline sync across devices keep important conversations available everywhere.
Add intelligent assistants with the no-code builder or a self-hosted LLM agent (GPT-4, Llama, Mistral) — built in on every plan.
One SDK, Every Platform
Pick the SDK for your stack — they all share the same backend, so users, rooms, and message history carry over seamlessly.
iOS Chat SDK
Swift-native messaging with SwiftUI and UIKit support for the best iOS performance.
Explore iOSAndroid Chat SDK
Kotlin & Java library with Jetpack Compose support for native Android apps.
Explore AndroidReact Native Chat SDK
Cross-platform mobile chat for iOS and Android from a single codebase.
Explore React NativeSelf-hosted chat server
Deploy the Ethora backend on AWS, Azure, GCP or on-premises for full data control.
Explore self-hostingAI agents & LLM
Add AI chatbots with a no-code builder or a self-hosted LLM agent, with full data privacy.
Explore AIGet started
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Flexible, secure, and built for rapid integration — go live in days, not months. No credit card required.
Free tier available
Enterprise SLA
No vendor lock-in
Ethora Chat SDK Benefits & Capabilities
Everything you need to launch production-ready messaging — fast, secure, and built to scale.
Speed & performance
Optimized architecture for real-time, low-latency messaging at any scale.
AI integration
Ready to connect with intelligent bots and automation systems out of the box.
Data protection
Compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, and top-tier security protocols.
Flexible API
Extend and adapt functionality with our modular, well-documented APIs.
Global reach
Built for multi-language apps with global user bases and localization.
Cross-platform
Works seamlessly across web, Android, and iOS from a shared backend.
Feature Availability & Customization
Chat / Messaging
Real-time communication in 1-on-1 or group chats — typing indicators, read receipts, emojis, media sharing, and more.
Social Sign-On
Simple user onboarding via Google, Apple, Facebook, and other providers.
Push Notifications
Instant cross-platform alerts — APNs, FCM, and web push — for new messages and in-app activity.
Theming and Styling
Match chats with your branding quickly and easily through configuration and theming settings.
AI Capabilities
Enhanced user experience with personalized replies, chatbots, and smart content moderation.
Use Cases for a Chat SDK
Ethora powers real-time communication wherever it adds value — across industries and app types.
Healthcare
HIPAA-compliant patient-provider messaging, telehealth chat, and care-team coordination.
Explore healthcareFinancial services
Secure advisor-client communication and compliance-ready messaging with audit trails.
Explore financeMarketplaces
Buyer-seller messaging, order-related conversations, and dispute resolution.
Explore marketplacesEducation
Student-teacher messaging, classroom discussions, and study-group collaboration.
Explore educationCustomer support
Live chat widgets, AI-assisted responses, and agent assignment and routing.
Explore supportFAQ
Is there an enterprise source version of Ethora engine?
Yes. Ethora engine (iOS, Android, Web) is (a) available on GitHub under an open-source license; (b) available from us in a closed-source enterprise-friendly commercial license version (security, users auth, MDM add-ons).
Do you offer paid modifications or custom development?
Yes, there are multiple options. You can carry out custom development with (a) your own in-house or a 3rd party development team; (b) our Professional Services team; or (c) one of our integration Partners. Our Professional Services can only accept a limited number of projects however we’ll be happy to support your tech team or recommend a best integration Partner based on your geography and project specifics.
What is the difference between SDK, API, NPM, and Components?
An SDK provides everything you need to develop specific features, such as libraries, sample code, APIs, and ready-to-use components.
In contrast, an API defines a set of interactions that let different software systems communicate, like linking your application to a chat service.
NPM Package is a piece of code you can install from npm. It’s usually used only for front-end purposes.
Components (React components) are reusable UI blocks used to quickly build an app's interface — how it looks and how it works (for example, what happens when a user types a message or clicks a button).
What is a chat/messaging SDK?
SDK stands for Software Development Kit. Simply put, this is the collection of tools, libraries, and documentation that allow you to quickly add chat or messaging features to your apps or website. Such kits include code, APIs, and UI components so you don’t have to build everything from scratch.
How complicated is it to integrate chat into an app?
It’s easy for everyone, even if you don’t have coding skills. Ethora offers optionally low-code or no-code solutions. This means launching messaging and customizing features may require minimum or no code at all.
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