TeamTalk 5
by TeamTalk 5
What TeamTalk 5 is
TeamTalk 5 is a free conferencing system for groups using microphone and webcam conversations, channels, file sharing, desktop application sharing, and music playback. A standalone server lets users host conferences themselves and control participation, with capacity for up to 1,000 logged-in users. Multiple video sessions can run at once, and channel video appears in a grid. Users can share any application running on their desktop. Accessibility features allow visually impaired users to configure a preferred screen reader. TeamTalk supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and API access; its SDK feature list also includes Raspberry Pi. SDK capabilities include push-to-talk, voice activation, audio recording, video streaming, desktop sharing, file sharing, and instant text messaging. Standard and Professional SDK licenses cost €990, paid once and €1,600, paid once, respectively, excluding 25% VAT. The maker, BearWare.dk, is based in Viby J, Denmark, and was founded in 2005.
Who it suits
It suits groups needing self-hosted conferencing across desktop and mobile systems, especially where channels, sharing, and accessibility matter. Developers can consider its SDK licenses and listed platform support.
What it does well
- Free conferencing plan
- Self-hosted standalone server
- Supports up to 1,000 users
- Desktop and mobile platform coverage
- Screen-reader configuration for visually impaired users
What to know first
- SDK licenses cost extra
- SDK prices exclude 25% VAT
- Servers are limited to 1,000 users
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| TeamTalk 5 | Freeware conferencing system | Free |
| TeamTalk 5 Professional SDK License – All Platforms | License required for end-user applications · Prices exclude 25% VAT | €1,600, paid once |
| TeamTalk 5 Standard SDK License – All Platforms | License required for end-user applications · Prices exclude 25% VAT | €990, paid once |
As bearware.dk lists them, read 11 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
TeamTalk 5 combines free conferencing with self-hosting, broad platform support, and sharing tools. SDK buyers should account for the separate one-time licenses and VAT exclusion.
Facts from TeamTalk 5's own pages
- Accessibility
- The system includes features for visually impaired users to set up their preferred screen reader. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- Channels
- Users can join channels to chat, view video and shared applications, and download files. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- Company
- BearWare.dk says it is a Denmark-based company founded in 2005 by Bjoern D. Rasmussen. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- Desktop sharing
- Users can share any application running on their desktop with other users. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2005 · bearware.dk, 28 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · bearware.dk, 21 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Viby J, Denmark · bearware.dk, 28 Sept 2026
- Integrations and customization
- BearWare.dk says it integrates TeamTalk into customers’ existing software systems and offers implementation of customer requirements. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- Maximum members
- 1000 · bearware.dk, 21 Sept 2026
- Supported platforms
- windows,macos,linux,ios,android,api · bearware.dk, 21 Sept 2026
- Purpose
- TeamTalk 5 lets groups collaborate through microphone and webcam conversations, file sharing, desktop application sharing, and music playback. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- SDK features
- The SDK supports push-to-talk, voice activation, audio recording, video streaming, desktop sharing, file sharing, and instant text messaging. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- SDK platforms
- The SDK feature page lists Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, Android, iOS, and Raspberry Pi support. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- SDK support
- A purchased SDK license includes free email support and free upgrades of all minor versions. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- Security
- The SDK feature page states that it supports secure data transmission using TLS and AES-256 encryption. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- Server capacity
- A TeamTalk server can allow up to 1,000 users to log on. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- Standalone server
- TeamTalk includes a standalone server so users can host conferences themselves and choose who can participate. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
- Video
- TeamTalk supports multiple active video sessions and displays channel video in a grid. · bearware.dk, 11 Oct 2026
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