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Ekiga

Open Source

A free, open-source VoIP and video conferencing client for Linux and Windows.

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4.5 Editor Rating
Vetted Score
4.5 / 5.0

Scores 4.5/5 due to its robust protocol support, cross‑platform nature, and active open‑source community, despite a dated UI.

Key Features
SIP and H.323 Protocol Support

Enables voice and video calls over both SIP and H.323 standards for broad compatibility.

Video Conferencing

Supports high-quality video calls and multi-party conferences with screen sharing.

Integrated Address Book

Synchronizes contacts from LDAP, GNOME Evolution, and local address books for easy dialing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Ekiga is released under the GPL license and can be used, modified, and distributed at no cost.

Ekiga runs on Linux distributions and Windows (XP and later); there is no native macOS version.

Yes, Ekiga provides video calling and multi‑party conferencing features, provided your hardware and network support it.
Specifications
Pricing Model Completely free and open-source; no paid or enterprise tiers.
Supported Platforms
WindowsLinux