Issabel

Issabel

Issabel is an open-source unified communications platform that provides PBX, voicemail, fax, instant messaging, and other communication tools. It is built on top of FreePBX and the Asterisk IP PBX.
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Issabel: Open-Source Unified Communications Platform

A free software solution for PBX, voicemail, fax, instant messaging, and more, built on FreePBX and Asterisk IP PBX technology.

What is Issabel?

Issabel is an open-source unified communications platform built for small to medium sized businesses. It integrates multiple communication tools into a single easy-to-use interface, providing businesses with an affordable all-in-one solution.

At the core of Issabel is Asterisk, the open-source PBX software. Issabel provides a graphical user interface that simplifies the configuration and management of an Asterisk server. This allows businesses to set up a phone system without needing expert technical knowledge of how PBX systems function.

Key features of Issabel include:

  • PBX functions like automated attendants, call routing, voicemail, music on hold, and more
  • Fax server allowing reception and sending of faxes through email
  • Instant messaging between Issabel users using XMPP/Jabber protocol
  • Call center features like call queues, agents, and monitoring
  • Easy-to-use web interface for admin and user control panels

Issabel provides all the tools a business needs for professional phone and fax communications in a single free platform. The open-source nature provides transparency and cost savings compared to proprietary PBX solutions.

Issabel Features

Features

  1. PBX system
  2. Voicemail
  3. Fax server
  4. Instant messaging
  5. Call center
  6. IVR
  7. Call recording

Pricing

  • Open Source

Pros

Open source

Free

Highly customizable

Supports multiple languages

Integrates with CRMs

Cons

Steep learning curve

Requires technical expertise to setup and manage

Limited official support

Some features may require additional licensing


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