FastComments
Fast, Live, Flexible & Private. We'll power your community without spying on you.
FastComments is a hosted live commenting and streaming chat platform designed to replace traditional discussion systems on websites and applications. It solves the problem of adding real-time, interactive community features without requiring developers to build their own backend infrastructure or compromise on user privacy.
The platform offers embeddable live comment widgets and streaming chat that sync instantly across devices. Key capabilities include a REST API and SDKs for Vanilla JS, React, Vue, Angular, React Native, Android, and iOS. It also provides a WordPress plugin, SSO integration, automated migration tools from other providers, and a moderation system with keyboard shortcuts, bulk actions, and full undo support. The admin panel includes a live moderation queue, user management, and comment logging.
FastComments is aimed at website owners, developers, and businesses that want to add discussions to static sites, blogs, or web applications. It offers a 30-day free trial with no credit card required. Pricing is usage-based, with a starting cost per month that scales by page loads, comments stored, SSO users, API credits, and moderator or admin seats. The first site and first admin are free, and fixed pricing is also available.
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