# aTalk (Jabber / XMPP)

> XMPP client with OMEMO, Media Call, TTS, Language Translation and GPS features

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.atalk.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.atalk.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.atalk.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** cmeng
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 28,074
- **Rating:** 3.87 / 5 (146 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.5.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-19
- **First published:** 2018-01-03
- **Publisher country:** SG
- **Size:** 64 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.atalk.android)
- **Website:** [https://cmeng-git.github.io/atalk](https://cmeng-git.github.io/atalk)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://cmeng-git.github.io/atalk/privacypolicy.html](https://cmeng-git.github.io/atalk/privacypolicy.html)

## Description

**aTalk** is a feature-rich XMPP (Jabber) client for Android that ensures secure and versatile communication. It supports encrypted instant messaging using OMEMO and OTR protocols, offering end-to-end encryption alongside secure connection methods like SSL Certificate, DNSSEC, and DANE. Users can share various file types with thumbnail previews and benefit from a fault-tolerant file transfer system to enhance reliability.

Beyond messaging, aTalk integrates video calling with advanced encryption techniques such as ZRTP, SDES, and DTLS SRTP, along with call management features like call waiting and transfer. The extension also incorporates GPS-based location sharing, providing real-time tracking, playback animations, and even 360° street view for self-guided tours. Additional tools include multi-account support, text-to-speech, speech recognition, multi-language interfaces, customizable themes, and privacy-focused features ensuring user security and convenience.

## Rankings

- #380,556 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `org.atalk.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

aTalk is a solid, no-frills XMPP client praised for supporting major features like secure messaging and conferencing. Users appreciate its protocol coverage and active development. However, recurring problems include app instability during group chats, message receipt when app is closed, lack of dark mode and customization options, and call audio/video issues. Despite rough edges, it remains a recommended client for users needing comprehensive XMPP functionality on Android.

### Pros

- Good basic XMPP client with clear, function-forward design and minimal fluff
- Supports key XMPP features including secure text, group chat, voice and video conferencing
- Free and impressively covers many XMPP protocol extensions
- Active development with responsive debugging and updates
- Easy to use with good login and account management for experienced users

### Cons

- Frequent app crashes especially with group chats
- Issues with receiving messages if app is closed or not running in background
- Lack of visual customization options such as dark mode and notification sound settings
- Problems with call audio (beep sounds instead of voice) and video calls in vertical mode
- Difficulties accepting self-signed certificates and TLS connections on some servers

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.atalk.android)