Run team collaboration, chat, and automation on your own server
If your team's conversations and workflows are scattered across multiple tools and you want to manage them in one place, this repository offers a solution. Mattermost is an open-core collaboration platform that supports chat, workflow automation, voice calls, screen sharing, and AI integration. You can install it on your own server or try it for free in the cloud.
Deployment methods and release cycle
Mattermost is written in Go and React and runs as a single Linux binary. It uses PostgreSQL as its database. A new version is released under the MIT license on the 16th of every month. You can install it on your own server via Docker, Ubuntu, tar files, Kubernetes, Helm, and more. In addition to the web interface, native clients are available for Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Use cases and extensibility
It can be applied to various workflows such as DevSecOps, incident resolution, and IT service desks. You can integrate with existing tools through APIs, Webhooks, slash commands, apps, and plugins, with over 700 integration options available. Developers can contribute code or build integrations by following the development machine setup guide.
Managing security updates
Since online attackers' methods are becoming increasingly sophisticated, it is recommended to receive notifications for critical security updates when self-hosting. You can receive this update information by subscribing to the Mattermost security advisory mailing list. It is also a good approach to first understand the features through the free cloud trial before deciding whether to self-host.
Checklist before self-hosting
If you choose self-hosting, the responsibility for server management and applying security updates lies with the operator. Therefore, subscribing to security advisories and checking for updates regularly is essential. If you wish to contribute or develop, refer to the CONTRIBUTING.md document and participate in the contributor community. The README does not specify particular hardware requirements or performance benchmark figures.