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Konversation vs The Lounge: catalog facts
Konversation	The Lounge
Free Free KDE community software.	Free Free and open source under the MIT licence.
Windows, Linux	Web, Self-hosted
Beginner-friendly interface with deep configuration DCC file transfers and direct chats	Always connected, no separate bouncer needed Responsive interface for phones and desktops
No macOS or mobile version Fits best on a KDE Plasma desktop	Requires running your own Node.js server IRC only
Downloadable app	Self-hosted
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License: MIT
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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