Campfire
Community PlatformsChat & Messaging PlatformspaidCampfire is a one-time purchase, self-hosted group chat system that communities can use to create their own private communication spaces without recurring subscription costs. Community builders can deploy it for member-only chat rooms, event discussions, or exclusive groups while maintaining full control over their data and customization. It's particularly valuable for communities that want a simple, affordable alternative to Slack or Discord without ongoing fees.
Founded
1999
Team Size
54
0%
Funding
Series C
$12.3M total
Monthly Traffic
71,380
33%
Key Features
- •Self-hosted deployment
- •Open source MIT license
- •Mobile PWA support
- •Automatic updates
- •Private/public rooms
Use Cases
Private member chat
Create exclusive chat rooms for premium community members or internal discussions without monthly fees
Event communication
Set up temporary chat rooms for conferences, workshops, or community events using QR codes for easy access
Community backup chat
Deploy as a reliable backup communication system when Discord or Slack experiences outages
Executive community spaces
Create air-gapped chat environments for board members, community leadership, or sensitive discussions
Target Users
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