# ChatbotX > Source: > Published: 2026-09-11 13:59:00+00:00 Open Source Alternative to: Last 30 days Last commit Repository age Version License Self-hosted Repository ChatbotX is an open source [chatbot platform](/categories/productivity-utilities/automation/chatbot-platforms) built for marketing agencies, freelancers, and developers who want full control over their chat automation without being locked into closed platforms like [ManyChat](/alternatives/manychat). You can self-host it on your own infrastructure, white-label it for clients, and resell it as your own SaaS product. It connects to a wide range of messaging channels from a single dashboard: The platform is built around agentic AI. You bring your own AI models (OpenAI-compatible, Hermes, or Claude) and configure how agents detect intent, respond contextually, and hand off to human agents when needed. Flows are visual and reusable across channels, so you build logic once and deploy it everywhere. For marketing teams, ChatbotX includes smart broadcast campaigns, drip sequences, and auto-segmentation based on behavior and purchase history. Pricing is based on bot messages, not contact count, so you're not penalized for list size. The [live chat and messaging](/categories/business-software/customer-support-success/live-chat-messaging) inbox supports team collaboration, automated routing by intent, and real-time sync across all connected channels. Role-based access control is available on enterprise plans. Developers get a public API, CLI, and Model Context Protocol (MCP) support. The community plan is free for self-hosting with no licensing fees. Paid cloud plans add message volume, workspaces, and priority support, with a white-label tier at $299/month that includes full SaaS reseller capabilities. Every Sunday we deconstruct one proprietary app and pick the best open source alternatives worth switching to. Stars