LANcet Chat for Windows

Name: LANcet Chat
Rating: 4.4 (7 reviews)
Author: NetCrate Software

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Download.com staffFebruary 26, 2026

LANcet Chat provides instant, server-free messaging within a local network. It's easy to set up and use for quick communication between users on the same subnet.

Pros
- No chat server installation required.
- Automatic discovery of participants.
- Supports multiple simultaneous conversations.
- Runs in system tray, minimizing disruption.
- Includes an 'Antiboss' feature to hide activity.
Cons
- Limited to a single subnet.
- Requires no routers between users.

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GENERAL

Release: March 28, 2013

Latest update: February 26, 2026

Version: 2.3-build-301

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 10
Windows ME
Windows Vista
Windows NT
Windows 7
Windows 98
Windows 2000
Windows 2003
Windows XP

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 18,653

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

4.4/5

7 User Votes

Best software for Chat through Local Area Network
SunardyJune 30, 2010
Pros
Very easy to use, just install it and run. Support smiley icon.
Cons
none so far
Summary
Simple and Works
lsselectionApril 23, 2010
Pros
It works just fine. Simple!
Cons
So far, no problems.
Summary
Could be a good software, IT it worked with Routers..
Jobe1977November 10, 2009
Pros
nice clean & easy interface
Cons
Don't work with routers, maybe should put a little server software in the chatprogram?
Summary
 Updated on Jun 19, 2010I must confess that it MIGHT have been a bug in the router at the moment, I have NOT re-tested the software.
What a great free product!
greemanJanuary 3, 2009
Pros
I was looking for an easy to use and setup program for my home LAN. This fills the bill perfectly and allows me to chat with my wife when she is on the computer upstairs. And she (who is definately not computer savy) can use it just fine.
Cons
Probably should have a "send" button, but I like to just hit "enter" anyway. When you hit the "X" in the corner of the window to close the window it closes the program (there is an option in "options" to make it just minimize when the X is hit).
Summary
I have tried several free home LAN chat programs and even paid for one. LANcet Chat is the best of the bunch. I did go and find version 2.2 build 268 and now use it.
Perfect inter-office chat program!
September 4, 2008
Pros
Minimizes to tray and keeps button off taskbar, quick notification of activity without disturbing what you're doing, FAST and FREE!!
Cons
None - this product was well thought out.
Summary
Great Quickie program
mrrwhitleyMarch 26, 2007
Pros
Its very quick to install, and no setup what so ever. Allows you to change you font, set your sex, and private msg (such as the wife or tell your son in secret he can stay on longer lol) So far as I can tell I dont see any downfall. Dont need a prog that shares programs as we use shared folders already.
Cons
There is no minimize to system tray option, so it takes up space in my busy window bar, which I hate but for free it will work for now.
Summary
greatest LAN chatting program
jess5016March 23, 2006
Pros
highly recommended! no icon is display even you minimize or hide the programme. suitable for those who work under highly tight supervision of bosses...can chat through conference with all users at once...even private chat.simple installation with minimum space required.it provides the most basic function which a LAN chat programme has.most of all....it's free! thanks so much...
Cons
there is nothing i don't like...
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Developer’s Description

By NetCrate Software

Chat and send private messages over the LAN.

LANcet Chat is free software for real-time message exchange over local network (LAN). With it you don't need to install chat server. All participants can connect any time and they will see each other automatically. Just run chat on every computer and start talking immediately. Chat can freely maintain 10-20 users at the same time and even more. The only limitation - you have to be inside single subnet, without software/hardware routers between users who want to participate. Allows sending private messages. You can hold as much independent conversations as you want at the same time. LANcet Chat can start automatically with Windows and stay in system tray (near the clock) waiting for messages whole day without disturbing you. Popup windows and sounds will inform you when new message incoming or when new user appearing in your contact list. You can switch off some boring interlocutors by "ignoring" their contacts. Use emoticons to express yourself more than just by words. Simple "Antiboss" system: press Esc and your chat will hide into system tray or will erase all the latest messages you got. Extremely useful when your angry boss is walking behind you and watching what are you doing on the job.

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User Reviews

Best software for Chat through Local Area Network

Simple and Works

Could be a good software, IT it worked with Routers..

What a great free product!

Perfect inter-office chat program!

Great Quickie program

greatest LAN chatting program

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