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Halloy vs Konversation: catalog facts
Halloy	Konversation
Free Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 licence.	Free Free KDE community software.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, Linux
Broad IRCv3 support including chathistory and soju bouncer features Native cross-platform app from one codebase	Beginner-friendly interface with deep configuration DCC file transfers and direct chats
Configuration is done by editing a text file IRC only; no other chat protocols	No macOS or mobile version Fits best on a KDE Plasma desktop
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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