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Guilded

Better chat, happier communities

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Guilded is a chat platform for gaming communities that brings group chat together with community management tools in one server. It is designed to help groups coordinate and keep discussions organized alongside their conversations.

Servers include integrated event calendars and forums alongside chat, with an API documented for developers. The product is available as a desktop download for Mac, and the site links to a games section and support resources.

Guilded is aimed at gaming communities running servers for their members. The site states the product is free to use, with no paid editions, trials, or seat-based plans indicated.

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