Free LAN Messengers for Windows 11/10
LAN Messengers are applications or utilities that enable you to chat within a local area network without any Internet Connection – but a wired LAN is a must. There may be many freeware LAN Messengers available for Windows 10/8/7, but these 3 are among the best ones in my opinion.
1. LAN Messenger
This is another free & open source cross-platform instant messaging application for communication over a local network. It does not require a server.
Some of its features include:
Instant MessagingMessage HistoryPersonal and Group MessagingFile TransferBroadcast Message.
It is available here for download.
2. Squiggle
Squiggle is a free and open-source application meant for LAN chatting. Squiggle also operates in peer-to-peer mode and hence does not need any server. The application is rather good-looking, and offers the following features:
Server-less peer-to-peer LAN chatNo installation requiredGroup chatBroadcast chatPrivate chatBridging option for connecting two LANs across subnets or WAN.Localized i.e. translated client available in German, French, Arabic, and ChineseFile transferSpell Check, Buzz, Emoticons, Audio Alerts, Tray PopupsContact groups, Display message, Display Pic, Chat commands, Message aliasesChat history, Status history
Get it here at squiggle.codeplex.com..
3. Tonic
Tonic helps you to carry out your simple chats within your office via the LAN network. It is a very useful program with a user-friendly interface that is easy to understand by all. The program operates in peer-to-peer mode and hence does not need any server. That’s why also it is very easy to operate. Here is the feature list that will give you an idea of the features of the program:
Easy to use – no server.Tonic automatically finds other Tonic users inside your network.Different user availability status.Image avatarsFile transfer supportChat historyAnnouncement modeQuick poll + poll results.
Tonic is a complete LAN messenger and it is full of those ultimate features that you always required in your office or workplace at LAN. PS: Tonic is no longer under active development and has been Archived. Please also read the comment below. So this was all in the list of top 3 LAN Messengers for your Windows PC. If you wish to recommend other free LAN Messengers, please do so in the comments section. Your suggestions and feedback are always most welcome!
