Help Desks & Live Chat
Open-source help desk and live chat tools
7 of the 93 help desk and live chat tools in this directory are open source, according to their own sites.
6 of them are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatwootOpen-source support inbox you can self-host or use in the cloud | Free plan · from $19/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| ZammadOpen-source help desk, hosted in Germany or run on your own server | Free plan · from €7/mo | Yes | Web |
| FreeScoutFree open-source help desk and shared mailbox you host yourself | Free | Free | Web, iOS, Android |
| UVdeskOpen-source help desk for online stores with hosted Pro and Enterprise | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web |
| osTicketOpen-source support ticketing, self-hosted or as a cloud edition | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web |
| Faveo HelpdeskHelp desk and service desk, cloud-hosted or self-hosted | Free plan · from $6/mo | Yes | Web |
| TiledeskOpen-source live chat and AI agent builder for support teams | Free trial · from €124/mo | Trial only | Web |
Common questions
Which help desk and live chat tools are open source?
7 of the 93 help desk and live chat tools in this directory are open source, according to their own sites. They are Chatwoot, Zammad, FreeScout, UVdesk, osTicket, Faveo Helpdesk and Tiledesk.
Which of these help desk and live chat tools are free?
Chatwoot, Zammad, FreeScout, UVdesk, osTicket and Faveo Helpdesk are free or have a free plan.
When was this checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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