Why Chat Script vs Hosted works here
Live from the first second
Every room pushes messages, typing and presence in realtime. No refresh, no waiting, on any device.
Yours, not rented
Your domain, your rules, your ranks. Guests walk in with one click while members build the regular crowd.
Moderated without drama
Word filters, flood control, link checks plus kicks, mutes and bans that stick. AI moderation on Premium.
What you get
- Script: yours to run and patch
- Hosted: ours to run, yours to lead
- The community feels the difference
How it works
- Create your room: name it, give it a domain, open the doors. Free 7-day trial, no card.
- Set ranks, filters and points from the guided control panel. Invite members with one link.
- Grow: list publicly, embed on your site, and let the leaderboard keep people coming back.
Questions
What is chat script vs hosted?
The choice between a chat script and a hosted room is really a choice about evenings: scripts ask for installation and upkeep, hosted rooms ask for a name and a domain. Both can carry a great community.
Is chat script vs hosted free?
Every new room starts with a free 7-day trial. After that Basic is $9 a month, cancellable anytime.
How do I start?
Create your room: pick a name and a domain. Most rooms are live within minutes, and the control panel walks you through ranks, filters and embeds.
Do I need hosting or code?
No. Rooms run on ChatSocket servers and every setting is a click in the control panel. Embedding is one API key.
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Ready when you are
Every room starts with a free 7-day trial. Open the doors today.