Open Source Alternatives to Gather

PopSpace is an open-source virtual canvas designed for chatting, collaborating, and playing. It offers a dynamic environment where users can interact in ways that make them feel physically together, even when they are miles apart. With PopSpace, you can easily create and customize your own virtual spaces for various activities, from meetings to social gatherings.

• Nearby audio: Video and nearby audio create the feeling of being physically together.
• Make it your own: Decorate your space. Upload your own wallpaper, choose an animated avatar.
• Share your screens: Multiplayer screen sharing. Each screen share is its own window. No more fighting!
• Think together: Use sticky notes, white boards, and collaborative notepads to think together.
• Embed anything: If it fits an iframe, it fits your space. Dashboards, widgets, games, anything!
• Enjoy your time: Who said meeting online has to be boring? Make your space memorable.

PopSpace leverages WebRTC technology to ensure secure connections via SSL, giving you full custody of your data and content. The platform supports up to 20 participants in a room, with performance varying based on the number of active video feeds. It is compatible with any modern browser, with Firefox and Chrome being recommended for the best experience.

Whether you are hosting a recurring meetup or a one-time event, PopSpace ensures that your virtual space remains persistent, retaining all accessories and resources until you decide to remove them. This makes it an ideal solution for ongoing collaboration and engagement.

With PopSpace, you can transform your online interactions into immersive and memorable experiences, all without the need for accounts or installations. Simply share a link, and participants can join with a single click.