Pidgin

Pidgin is a Linux alternative to Windows Live Messenger (MSN) on Windows.

Considering a switch? Pidgin is one of 4 Internet programs on Linux Alternative.com mapped specifically to Windows Live Messenger (MSN) users, and community votes below reflect how it compares to the others.

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Pidgin is a free, multi-protocol instant messaging client for Linux, Windows and Mac. Read more

Category: Internet Platform: Linux

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3 other Linux alternatives to Windows Live Messenger (MSN)

Kopete

Kopete is a multi-protocol instant messaging client for KDE.

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43% match

Empathy

Empathy was GNOME's default multi-protocol instant messaging and VoIP client.

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30% match

aMSN

aMSN was a free, open-source clone of Windows Live Messenger for Linux, Mac and Windows.

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4% match

Frequently asked questions

Is Pidgin free?

Most Linux alternatives listed here are free and open-source. Check Pidgin's own download page for exact licensing terms.

Does Pidgin run on Windows too?

Many Linux applications, including some in the Internet category, also have Windows builds. Check the download link above to see what platforms Pidgin supports.

What are other alternatives to Windows Live Messenger (MSN) besides Pidgin?

There are 3 other Linux alternatives to Windows Live Messenger (MSN) listed on this page, ranked by community votes.