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3 Best Open Source Sendbird Alternatives

A curated collection of the 3 best open source and self-hosted alternatives to Sendbird in 2026.

Looking for a free, privacy-friendly, or self-hosted replacement for Sendbird in 2026? The top open-source alternative is Parlant — A conversational AI server that manages agent behavior through context-aware guidelines, keeping responses consistent, auditable, and aligned at scale..

Other highly rated open-source Sendbird alternatives include Ethora and Tiledesk.

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A conversational AI server that manages agent behavior through context-aware guidelines, keeping responses consistent, auditable, and aligned at scale.

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A conversational AI server that manages agent behavior through context-aware guidelines, keeping responses consistent, auditable, and aligned at scale.

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Build branded chat apps with AI agents, group messaging, document exchange, and digital wallets using React and React Native components.

Ethora preview

Build branded chat apps with AI agents, group messaging, document exchange, and digital wallets using React and React Native components.

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AI-enhanced live chat platform for seamless customer engagement, featuring chatbots, multichannel support, and advanced analytics.

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AI-enhanced live chat platform for seamless customer engagement, featuring chatbots, multichannel support, and advanced analytics.

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