A native desktop application for the Mattermost open-source collaboration platform, built on Electron.
Mattermost Desktop is the native desktop application for the Mattermost open-source collaboration platform. It provides a dedicated, cross-platform client for accessing Mattermost servers, offering features like desktop notifications, background operation, and deep linking. It enables teams to communicate and collaborate securely without relying on a web browser.
Teams and organizations using Mattermost for internal collaboration who prefer a native desktop application over the web interface. It is also for system administrators who need to deploy pre-configured desktop clients across their organization.
Developers choose Mattermost Desktop for its seamless integration with the Mattermost ecosystem, native desktop experience, and support for custom deployments. It offers a performant, focused alternative to browser tabs, with features tailored for team productivity and administrative control.
Mattermost Desktop application for Windows, Mac and Linux
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Provides a server dropdown, dedicated tabs for Channels/Boards/Playbooks, and badges for unread messages, enhancing productivity over the web interface as detailed in the README.
Built on Electron, it runs seamlessly on Windows, macOS, and Linux, ensuring a consistent experience across operating systems, as confirmed in the project description.
Supports pre-configured deployments with guides for organizational use, allowing silent installations and server URL pre-configuration, as mentioned in the custom app deployment section.
Runs in the background to reduce open windows and provides desktop notifications, improving multitasking and keeping users updated without browser clutter.
Being Electron-based, it may consume more memory and CPU compared to native applications, which can be a concern for users on low-end systems or in resource-constrained environments.
Only functional with Mattermost servers; it doesn't support other collaboration platforms, reducing its versatility for teams using multiple tools or considering alternatives.
Custom deployments require administrative steps like configuring data directories and silent installs, which might be challenging for small teams without dedicated IT support.
Mattermost is an open-source alternative to the following products:
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