Stoat (software)

Stoat
Logo used since 2026
Other names	Revolt
Developer	Revolt Platforms Ltd
Release	27 January 2021; 5 years ago
Engine	Desktop clients: Electron Android client: Jetpack Compose Server: Bespoke, purpose-built
Operating system	Windows, macOS, Android, Linux, web browsers
Type	VoIP communications, instant messaging, Videotelephony, and content delivery
License	GNU Affero General Public License version 3
Website	stoat.chat

Stoat (formerly Revolt) is a free and open-source, user-first communication platform and instant messaging service. Designed as an alternative to proprietary services like Discord, Stoat allows users to communicate through text, voice, video, and media within organised communities called "servers". The platform is notable for its emphasis on privacy, its use of the Rust programming language for its back-end, and its support for self-hosting. Stoat is available on Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android, with an iOS app currently in development.