Ryver：你应该使用它替代 Slack
Slack Ryver
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貌似每个人都听说过 [Slack](https://www.maketecheasier.com/new-slack-features/)，它是一款跨平台的，可以使你时刻保持与他人同步的团队沟通应用。它革新了用户讨论和规划项目的方式，显而易见，它升级了 email 的沟通功能。


我在一个非常小的写作团队工作，不管是通过手机还是电脑，我从未在使用 Slack 过程中遇到过沟通问题。若想与任何规模的团队保持同步，继续使用 Slack 仍然不失为不错的方式。


既然如此，为什么我们还要讨论今天的话题？Ryver 被人们认为是下一个热点，相比 Slack，Ryver 提供了升级版的服务。Ryver 完全免费，它的团队正在奋力争取更大的市场份额。


是否 Ryver 已经强大到可以扮演 Slack 杀手的角色？这两种旗鼓相当的消息应用究竟有何不同？


欲知详情，请阅读下文。


### 为什么用 Ryver ?


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既然 Slack 能用为什么还要折腾呢？Ryver 的开发者对 Slack 的功能滚瓜烂熟，他们希望 Ryver 改进的服务足以让你移情别恋。他们承诺 Ryver 提供完全免费的团队沟通服务，并且不会在任何一个环节隐形收费。


谢天谢地，他们用高质量产品兑现了自己的承诺。


额外的内容是关键所在，他们承诺去掉一些你在 Slack 免费账号上面遇到的限制。无限的存储空间是一个加分点，除此之外，在许多其他方面 Ryver 也更加开放。如果存储空间限制对你来说是个痛点，不防试试 Ryver。


这是一个简单易用的系统，所有的功能都可以一键搞定。这种设计哲学使 Apple 大获成功。当你开始使用它之后，也不会遭遇成长的烦恼。


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会话分为私聊和公示，这意味着团队平台和私人用途有明确的界限。它应该有助于避免将任何尴尬的广而告之给你的同事，这些问题我在使用 Slack 期间都遇到过。


Ryver 支持与大量现成的 App 的集成，并在大多数平台上有原生应用程序。


在需要时，你可以添加访客而无需增加费用，如果你经常和外部客户打交道，这将是一个非常有用的功能。访客可以增加更多的访客，这种流动性的元素是无法从其他更流行的消息应用中看到的。


考虑到 Ryver 是一个为迎合不同需求而产生的完全不同的服务。如果你需要一个账户来处理几个客户，Ryver 值得一试。


问题是它是如何做到免费的呢？ 简单的答案是高级用户将为你的使用付了费。 就像 Spotify 和其他应用一样，有一小部分人为我们其他人支付了费用。 这里有一个[直接链接](http://www.ryver.com/downloads/)到他们的下载页面的地址，如果有兴趣就去试一试吧。


### 你应该切换到 Ryver 吗？


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像我一样在小团队使用 Slack 的体验还是非常棒，但是 Ryver 可以给予的更多。一个完全免费的团队沟通应用的想法不可谓不宏伟，更何况它工作的十分完美。


同时使用这两种消息应用也无可厚非，但是如果你不愿意为一个白金 Slack 账户付费，一定要尝试一下竞争对手的服务。你可能会发现，两者各擅胜场，这取决于你需要什么。


最重要的是，Ryver 是一个极棒的免费替代品，它不仅仅是一个 Slack 克隆。他们清楚地知道他们想要实现什么，他们有一个可以在拥挤不堪的市场提供不同的东西的不错的产品。


但是，如果将来持续缺乏资金，Ryver 有可能消失。 它可能会让你的团队和讨论陷入混乱。 目前一切还好，但是如果你计划把更大的业务委托给这个新贵还是需要三思而行。


如果你厌倦了 Slack 对免费帐户的限制，你会对 Ryver 印象深刻。 要了解更多，请访问其网站以获取有关服务的信息。




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作者：[James Milin-Ashmore](https://www.maketecheasier.com/author/james-ashmore/) 译者：[firstadream](https://github.com/firstadream) 校对：[wxy](https://github.com/wxy)


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It seems like everyone has heard of [Slack](https://www.maketecheasier.com/slack-tips-tricks/), a team communication tool that can be used across multiple platforms to stay in the loop. It has revolutionised the way users discuss and plan projects, and it’s a clear upgrade to emails.

I work in small writing teams, and I’ve never had a problem with communicating with others on my phone or computer while using it. If you want to keep up to date with team of any size, it’s a great way to stay in the loop.

So, why are we here? Ryver is supposed to be the next big thing, offering an upgraded service in comparison to Slack. It’s completely free, and they’re pushing for a larger share of the market.

Is it good enough to be a Slack-Killer? What are the differences between two similar sounding services?

Read on to find out more.

## Why Ryver?

Why mess with something that works? The developers at Ryver are well aware of Slack, and they’re hoping their improved service will be enough to make you switch over. They promise a completely free team-communication service with no hidden charges along the way.

Thankfully, they deliver on their main aim with a high quality product.

Extra content is the name of the game, and they promise to remove some of the limits you’ll find on a free account with Slack. Unlimited data storage is a major plus point, and it’s also more open in a number of ways. If storage limits are an issue for you, you have to check out Ryver.

It’s a simple system to use, as it was built so that all functions are always one click away. It’s a mantra used to great success by Apple, and there aren’t many growing pains when you first get started.

Conversations are split between personal chats and public posts, and it means there’s a clear line between team platforms and personal use. It should help to avoid broadcasting any embarrassing announcements to your colleagues, and I’ve seen a few during my time as a Slack user.

Integration with a number of existing apps is supported, and there are native applications for most platforms.

You can add guests when needed at no additional cost, and it’s useful if you deal with external clients regularly. Guests can add more guests, so there’s an element of fluidity that isn’t seen with the more popular option.

Think of Ryver as a completely different service that will cater to different needs. If you need to deal with numerous clients on the same account, it’s worth trying out.

The question is how is it free? The quick answer is premium users will be paying your way. Like Spotify and other services, there’s a minority paying for the rest of us. Here’s a [direct link](https://www.ryver.com/downloads/) to their download page if you’re interested in giving it a go.

## Should You Switch to Ryver?

Slack is great as long as you stick to smaller teams like I do, but Ryver has a lot to offer. The idea of a completely free team messaging program is noble, and it works perfectly.

There’s nothing wrong with using both, so make sure to try out the competition if you’re not willing to pay for a premium Slack account. You might find that both are better in different situations, depending on what you need.

Above all, Ryver is a great free alternative, and it’s more than just a Slack clone. They have a clear idea of what they’re trying to achieve, and they have a decent product that offers something different in a crowded marketplace.

However, there’s a chance that it will disappear if there’s a sustained lack of funding in the future. It could leave your teams and discussions in disarray. Everything is fine for now, but be careful if you plan to export a larger business over to the new upstart.

If you’re tired of Slack’s limitations on a free account, you’ll be impressed by what Ryver has to offer. To learn more, check out [their website](https://www.ryver.com/) for information about the service.

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