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