---
title: "Rocket Chat Deprecated Features List"
slug: "deprecated-and-phasing-out-features"
description: "Learn about deprecated and phasing out features in Rocket.Chat. Ensure secure communications with supported features."
status: "update"
updated: 2026-11-04T15:29:38Z
published: 2026-11-04T15:29:38Z
canonical: "docs.rocket.chat/deprecated-and-phasing-out-features"
---

> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.rocket.chat/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Deprecated and phasing out features

> [!NOTE]
> This article outlines features that are no longer supported in Rocket.Chat or are scheduled for removal in future updates (deprecated). It also serves as an early notice for workspace administrators to adjust and optimize their workspaces accordingly. Please note that this information is subject to change with future releases and may not include every deprecated feature.

## Breaking changes in upcoming versions

## Rocket.Chat v9.0.0

### Removal of deprecated features

> [!WARNING]
> In Rocket.Chat 9.0.0 and later, LDAP, SAML, and Custom OAuth require a [premium plan](/v1/docs/our-plans), and Atlassian Crowd and the Drupal, Facebook, GitHub Enterprise, LinkedIn, Meteor, X (formerly Twitter), WordPress, and Dolphin logins have been removed on all plans. Before updating, Community workspaces that use LDAP, SAML, or Custom OAuth must [upgrade their plan](/v1/docs/our-plans) or move users to an authentication method available in [Community](/v1/docs/our-plans#community-workspaces), and workspaces on any plan must move users who sign in with a removed login to another method. Otherwise, these users are unable to log in after the update.

- The Gravatar integration for **Set Default Avatar** in the **Accounts** settings, deprecated in version 8.9.0, has been removed in version 9.0.0. New users get an uploaded or OAuth avatar, or their initials. Avatars already stored from Gravatar are kept.
- The **Allow Anonymous Write** feature in the **Accounts** settings, deprecated in version 8.3.0, has been removed in version 9.0.0, together with the `anonymous` role. Existing anonymous users are deactivated on upgrade. Anonymous read is still available.
- The Babel transcompiler for integrations has been removed in version 9.0.0. Scripts are stored as-is and executed natively by `isolated-vm` (V8). For details, see [Integrations](/v1/docs/integrations).
- **WebDAV integration removed**: The WebDAV integration, its settings, the WebDAV accounts in user preferences, and WebDAV file storage have been removed. The upgrade stops if **Storage Type** is set to WebDAV: switch to GridFS, Amazon S3, Google Cloud Storage, or FileSystem and move your files before you update.
- **Atlassian Crowd integration removed**: The Atlassian Crowd settings, login, and user sync have been removed. Users provisioned through Crowd keep their accounts and must sign in another way, such as [LDAP](/v1/docs/ldap) (Crowd exposes an LDAP interface) or a local password.
- **OAuth login providers removed**: The built-in Drupal, Facebook, GitHub Enterprise, LinkedIn, Meteor, X (formerly Twitter), WordPress, and Dolphin logins have been removed, and their settings are deleted on upgrade. Apple, GitHub, GitLab, Google, and Nextcloud remain. Providers that support standard OAuth2 can be set up again as Custom OAuth.
- **Legacy OAuth flow removed**: OAuth sign-in always uses the server-side flow. The **Use Modern OAuth Flow** setting and the OAuth **Proxy Host** and **Proxy Services** settings have been removed.
- **LDAP, SAML, and Custom OAuth on Community**: LDAP, SAML, and Custom OAuth require a license that includes the `ldap-enterprise`, `saml-enterprise`, or `oauth-enterprise` module. On workspaces without it, these sign-in options are turned off.
- **Legacy push settings removed**: The hidden `Push_UseLegacy`, `Push_gcm_project_number`, and `Push_gcm_api_key` settings have been removed. Android push notifications use the push gateway or the FCM credentials in **Google API Credentials**.
- **Legacy federation settings removed**: The settings of the legacy federation and the Matrix bridge, and the `/federation` slash command, have been removed. Use [Federation](/v1/docs/decentralized-communication-with-federation-in-rocketchat) instead.
- **Unused settings removed**: The hidden `Troubleshoot_Disable_Statistics_Generator`, `Troubleshoot_Disable_Workspace_Sync`, and `FileUpload_S3_SignatureVersion` settings have been removed.
- **Use Rocket.Chat SDK setting removed**: The **Use Rocket.Chat SDK** setting in the **General** settings has been removed. The web client always connects to the server through the SDK, so the setting no longer had any effect. It is deleted on upgrade.
- **Meteor client packages removed from the web client**: The web client no longer includes Meteor's client packages. Scripts that run in the web client, such as the scripts in **Manage → Workspace → Settings → Layout → Custom scripts** and integration scripts that inject JavaScript, can no longer use `Meteor.userId()`, `Meteor.user()`, `Meteor.call()`, `Meteor.subscribe()`, `Meteor.loginWithToken()`, `Meteor.status()`, `Tracker`, or client-side collections. The custom script events still fire on `window`. Scripts that need the current user can read `Meteor.userId` and `Meteor.loginToken` from `localStorage` (or from `sessionStorage` when **Forget user session on window close** is enabled) and call the REST API.
- `ALLOW_UNSAFE_QUERY_AND_FIELDS_API_PARAMS` **removed**: The environment variable and the `query` and `fields` API parameters it re-enabled have been removed. Endpoints that validate their parameters return `400 error-invalid-params` when a request includes them.
- **Legacy** `/ufs` **file path removed**: Files and avatars are no longer served from the legacy `/ufs` path. Use the file URLs returned by the REST API.
- **API endpoint replacements and removals:** The following deprecated API methods and endpoints have been removed, with some being replaced by improved alternatives:

| Type | Name | Replacement | Deprecated since | Removed in version |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Method | `autoTranslate.getProviderUiMetadata` | Replaced by the [/autotranslate.getProviderUiMetadata](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-translation-providers) endpoint. | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cloud:getWorkspaceRegisterData` | Replaced by the [/cloud.workspaceRegisterData](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-workspace-registration-data) endpoint. | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getSetupWizardParameters` | Replaced by the [/setupWizard.parameters](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-setup-wizard-parameters) endpoint. | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `loadSurroundingMessages` | Replaced by the `aroundId` parameter in the [/rooms.history](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-room-history) endpoint. | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `loadNextMessages` | Replaced by the [/rooms.history](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-room-history) endpoint. | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `loadHistory` | Replaced by the [/rooms.history](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-room-history) endpoint. | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getMessages` | Replaced by the [/chat.getMessages](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-multiple-messages-from-different-rooms) endpoint | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `raix:push-setuser` | No replacement. | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getRoomJoinCode` | No replacement. | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `checkFederationConfiguration` | No replacement. | 8.9.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `afterVerifyEmail` | Replaced by the [/users.verifyEmail](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/verify-user-email) endpoint. | 8.7.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cloud:connectWorkspace` | Replaced by the [/cloud.connectWorkspace](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/connect-workspace-to-cloud) endpoint. | 8.7.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `authorization:addPermissionToRole` | Replaced by the [/permissions.addRole](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-permission-to-a-role) endpoint. | 8.7.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `authorization:removeRoleFromPermission` | Replaced by the [/permissions.removeRole](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-role-from-permission) endpoint. | 8.7.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `clearIntegrationHistory` | Replaced by the [/integrations.clearHistory](http://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/clear-integration-history) endpoint. | 8.7.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `replayOutgoingIntegration` | Replaced by the [/integrations.replayOutgoing](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/replay-outgoing-integration) endpoint | 8.7.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `license:isEnterprise` | Replaced by the [/licenses.info](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-licenses-1) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `license:getModules` | Replaced by the [/licenses.info](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-licenses-1) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `banner/dismiss` | Replaced by the [/banners.dismiss](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/dismiss-a-banner) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `slashCommand` | Replaced by the [/commands.run](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/execute-a-slash-command) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `e2e.resetOwnE2EKey` | Replaced by the [/users.resetE2EKey](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/reset-users-e2e-key) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `deleteCustomSound` | Replaced by the [/custom-sounds.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-custom-sound) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `blockUser` / `unblockUser` | Replaced by the [/im.blockUser](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/block-user-in-dm) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `saveSettings` | Replaced by the [POST /settings](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-settings-in-bulk) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `e2e.requestSubscriptionKeys` | Replaced by the [/e2e.requestSubscriptionKeys](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/request-subscription-keys) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `autoTranslate.saveSettings` | Replaced by the [/autotranslate.saveSettings](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/save-auto-translate-settings) endpoint | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cloud:checkRegisterStatus` | Replaced by the [/cloud.registrationStatus](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-workspace-registration-status) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `createDiscussion` | Replaced by the [/rooms.createDiscussion](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-discussion) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `e2e.fetchMyKeys` | Replaced by the [/e2e.fetchMyKeys](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-e2e-keys) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `e2e.setUserPublicAndPrivateKeys` | Replaced by the [/e2e.setUserPublicAndPrivateKeys](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-user-key) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `deleteEmojiCustom` | Replaced by the [/emoji-custom.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-a-custom-emoji) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `insertOrUpdateEmoji` | Replaced by the [/emoji-custom.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-an-emoji) and [/emoji-custom.update](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-a-custom-emoji) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `uploadEmojiCustom` | Replaced by the [/emoji-custom.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-an-emoji) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `downloadPublicImportFile` | Replaced by the [/](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/download-public-import-file)[downloadPublicImportFile](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/download-public-import-file) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getImportFileData` | Replaced by the [/getImportFileData](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-import-file-data) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getImportProgress` | Replaced by the [/getImportProgress](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-import-progress) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getLatestImportOperations` | Replaced by the [/getLatestImportOperations](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-latest-import-operations) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `startImport` | Replaced by the [/startImport](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/start-import) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `uploadImportFile` | Replaced by the [/uploadImportFile](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/upload-import-file)endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addIncomingIntegration` | Replaced by the [/integrations.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-integration) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `deleteIncomingIntegration` | Replaced by the [/integrations.remove](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-integration-1) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `updateIncomingIntegration` | Replaced by the [/integrations.update](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-integration) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addOutgoingIntegration` | Replaced by the [/integrations.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-integration) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `deleteOutgoingIntegration` | Replaced by the [/integrations.remove](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-integration-1) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `updateOutgoingIntegration` | Replaced by the [/integrations.update](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-integration) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addUsersToRoom` | Replaced by the [/channels.invite](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-users-to-channel) and [/groups.invite](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/invite-users-to-group) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `archiveRoom` | Replaced by the [/channels.archive](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/archive-channel) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `createChannel` | Replaced by the [/channels.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-channel) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `deleteUserOwnAccount` | Replaced by the [/users.deleteOwnAccount](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-own-account) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getChannelHistory` | Replaced by the [/channels.history](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-channel-history) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getUsernameSuggestion` | Replaced by the [/users.getUsernameSuggestion](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-username-suggestion) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `saveSetting` | Replaced by the [/settings/:_id](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-setting) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `setEmail` | Replaced by the [/users.updateOwnBasicInfo](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-own-basic-information) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `setRealName` | Replaced by the [/users.updateOwnBasicInfo](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-own-basic-information) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `unarchiveRoom` | Replaced by the [/channels.unarchive](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/unarchive-a-channel) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `sendMessageLivechat` | Replaced by the [/livechat/message](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/send-new-livechat-message) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getUserMentionsByChannel` | Replaced by the [/channels.getAllUserMentionsByChannel](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-all-user-mentions-in-a-channel) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `unreadMessages` | Replaced by the [/subscriptions.unread](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/mark-channel-as-unread) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `pinMessage` | Replaced by the [/chat.pinMessage](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/pin-message) endpoint | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `unpinMessage` | Replaced by the [/chat.unPinMessage](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/unpin-a-message) endpoint | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `deleteOAuthApp` | Replaced by the [/oauth-apps.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-oauth-app) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `updateOAuthApp` | Replaced by the [/oauth-apps.update](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-oauth-app) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `saveNotificationSettings` | Replaced by the [/rooms.saveNotification](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-room-notifications) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `raix:push-update` | Replaced by the [/push.token](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-push-token) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getStatistics` | Replaced by the [/statistics](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-last-statistics) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `followMessage` | Replaced by the [/chat.followMessage](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/follow-message) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getThreadsList` | Replaced by the [/chat.getThreadsList](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-threads) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `unfollowMessage` | Replaced by the [/chat.unfollowMessage](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/unfollow-message) endpoint | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `deleteCustomUserStatus` | Replaced by the [/custom-user-status.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-custom-user-status) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getUserStatusText` | Replaced by the [/users.presence](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-users-presence) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `insertOrUpdateUserStatus` | Replaced by the [/custom-user-status.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-custom-status) and [/custom-user-status.update](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-custom-status) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `license:hasLicense` | Replaced by the [/licenses.info](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-licenses-1) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `license:getTags` | Replaced by the [/licenses.info](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-licenses-1) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addAllUserToRoom` | Replaced by the [/channels.addAll](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-all-users-to-a-channel) and [/groups.addAll](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-all-users-to-group) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addRoomLeader` | Replaced by the [/channels.addLeader](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-channel-leader) and [/groups.addLeader](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-group-leader) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addRoomModerator` | Replaced by the [/channels.addModerator](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-channel-moderator) and [/groups.addModerator](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-group-moderator) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addRoomOwner` | Replaced by the [/channels.addOwner](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-channel-owner) and [/groups.addOwner](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-group-owner) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `browseChannels` | Replaced by the [/directory](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/directory-1) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `channelsList` | Replaced by the [/channels.list](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-channel-list) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `deleteUser` | Replaced by the [/users.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-user) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getRoomIdByNameOrId` | Replaced by the [/rooms.info](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-room-information) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getRoomNameById` | Replaced by the [/rooms.info](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-room-information) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getTotalChannels` | Replaced by the [/channels.list](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-channel-list) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `hideRoom` | Replaced by the [/rooms.hide](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/hide-room) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `ignoreUser` | Replaced by the [/chat.ignoreUser](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/ignore-user) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `messageSearch` | Replaced by the [/chat.search](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/search-message) endpoint | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `removeRoomLeader` | Replaced by the [/channels.removeLeader](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-channel-leader) and [/groups.removeLeader](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-group-leader) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `removeRoomModerator` | Replaced by the [/channels.removeModerator](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-channel-moderator) and [/groups.removeModerator](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-group-moderator) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `removeRoomOwner` | Replaced by the [/channels.removeOwner](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-channel-owner) and [/groups.removeOwner](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-group-owner) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `removeUserFromRoom` | Replaced by the [/channels.kick](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-user-from-channel) and [/groups.kick](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-user-from-group) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `resetAvatar` | Replaced by the [/users.resetAvatar](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/reset-avatar) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `saveUserPreferences` | Replaced by the [/users.setPreferences](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-user-preferences) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `toggleFavorite` | Replaced by the [/rooms.favorite](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/favoriteunfavourite-a-room) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `UserPresence:setDefaultStatus` | Replaced by the [/users.setStatus](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-user-status) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `joinRoom` | Replaced by the [/rooms.join](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/join-a-room) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `deleteFileMessage` | Replaced by the [/chat.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-chat-message) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `userSetUtcOffset` | Replaced by the [/users.setPreferences](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-user-preferences) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `spotlight` | Replaced by the [/spotlight](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/spotlight) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `listCustomSounds` | Replaced by the [/custom-sounds.list](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-custom-sounds) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `leaveRoom` | Replaced by the [/channels.leave](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/leave-channel), [/groups.leave](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/leave-group-1), /im.leave endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `requestDataDownload` | Replaced by the [/users.requestDataDownload](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/request-data-download) endpoint. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `2fa:checkCodesRemaining` | Replaced by the [/users.totpCodesRemaining](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-remaining-totp-codes) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `2fa:disable` | Replaced by the [/users.disableTotp](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/disable-totp-2fa) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `2fa:enable` | Replaced by the [/users.enableTotp](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/enable-totp-2fa) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `2fa:regenerateCodes` | Replaced by the [/users.regenerateTotpCodes](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/regenerate-totp-backup-codes) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `2fa:validateTempToken` | Replaced by the [/users.validateTotp](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/validate-totp-code) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addOAuthService` | Replaced by the [/settings.addCustomOAuth](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-custom-oauth) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addSamlService` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addUserToRoom` | Replaced by the [/channels.invite](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/add-users-to-channel) and [/groups.invite](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/invite-users-to-group) endpoints. | 8.6.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addWebdavAccount` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `addWebdavAccountByToken` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `auditGetAuditions` | Replaced by the [/audit.auditions](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-auditions) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `auditGetMessages` | Replaced by the [/audit.messages](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/audit-messages) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `auditGetOmnichannelMessages` | Replaced by the [/audit.omnichannelMessages](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/audit-omnichannel-messages) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `autoTranslate.getSupportedLanguages` | Replaced by the [/autotranslate.getSupportedLanguages](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-supported-languages) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `autoTranslate.translateMessage` | Replaced by the [/autotranslate.translateMessage](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/translate-message) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `botRequest` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cleanRoomHistory` | Replaced by the [/rooms.cleanHistory](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/clear-room-history) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cloud:checkUserLoggedIn` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cloud:finishOAuthAuthorization` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cloud:getOAuthAuthorizationUrl` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cloud:logout` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cloud:registerWorkspace` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `cloud:syncWorkspace` | Replaced by the `/cloud.syncWorkspace` endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `createDirectMessage` | Replaced by the `/im.create` endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `createPrivateGroup` | Replaced by the [/groups.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-group) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `crowd_sync_users` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `crowd_test_connection` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `e2e.getUsersOfRoomWithoutKey` | Replaced by the [/e2e.getUsersOfRoomWithoutKey](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-users-of-room-without-e2e-key) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `e2e.setRoomKeyID` | Replaced by the [/e2e.setRoomKeyID](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-room-e2e-key) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `executeSlashCommandPreview` | Replaced by the [/commands.preview](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/execute-commands-preview-item) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getFileFromWebdav` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getReadReceipts` | Replaced by the [/chat.getMessageReadReceipts](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-message-read-receipts) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getRoomById` | Replaced by the [/rooms.info](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-room-information) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getS3FileUrl` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getSingleMessage` | Replaced by the [/chat.getMessage](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-message) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getSlashCommandPreviews` | Replaced by the [/commands.preview](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-commands-preview-data) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getThreadMessages` | Replaced by the [/chat.getThreadMessages](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-thread-messages) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getUsersOfRoom` | Replaced by the [/channels.members](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-members-of-a-channel) and [/groups.members](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-group-members) endpoints. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getWebdavFileList` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `getWebdavFilePreview` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `insertOrUpdateSound` | Replaced by the [/custom-sounds.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-custom-sound) and [/custom-sounds.update](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-custom-sound) endpoints. | 8.5.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `joinDefaultChannels` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `listCustomUserStatus` | Replaced by the [/custom-user-status.list](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-custom-user-status) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `loadLocale` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `loadMissedMessages` | Replaced by the [/chat.syncMessages](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/sync-messages) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `logoutCleanUp` | Replaced by the [/users.logout](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/logout-user) endpoint. | 8.7.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `messages/get` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `OAuth.retrieveCredential` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `openRoom` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `personalAccessTokens:generateToken` | Replaced by the [/users.generatePersonalAccessToken](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/generate-personal-access-token) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `personalAccessTokens:regenerateToken` | Replaced by the [/users.regeneratePersonalAccessToken](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/regenerate-personal-access-token) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `personalAccessTokens:removeToken` | Replaced by the [/users.removePersonalAccessToken](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-personal-access-token) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `push_test` | Replaced by the [/push.test](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/test-push-notifications) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `readMessages` | Replaced by the [/subscriptions.read](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/mark-channel-as-read) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `readThreads` | Replaced by the [/chat.readThread](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/mark-thread-as-read) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `refreshOAuthService` | Replaced by the [/settings.refreshOAuthServices](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/refresh-oauth-services) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `registerUser` | Replaced by the [/users.register](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/register-user) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `removeOAuthService` | Replaced by the [/settings.removeCustomOAuth](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-custom-oauth) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `rocketchatSearch.suggest` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `saveAudioNotificationValue` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `saveRoomSettings` | Replaced by the [/rooms.saveRoomSettings](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/save-room-settings) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `sendFileMessage` | Replaced by the `/rooms.media/:rid` endpoint. | 8.4.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `sendForgotPasswordEmail` | Replaced by the [/users.forgotPassword](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/forgot-password) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `sendMessage` | Replaced by the [/chat.sendMessage](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/send-message) endpoint. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `setAvatarFromService` | Replaced by the [/users.setAvatar](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-user-avatar) endpoint. | 8.7.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `setUserActiveStatus` | Replaced by the [/users.setActiveStatus](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-users-status-active) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `starMessage` | Replaced by the [/chat.starMessage](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/star-message) endpoint. | 8.0.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `updateMessage` | Replaced by the [/chat.update](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-message) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `uploadCustomSound` | Replaced by the [/custom-sounds.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-custom-sound) endpoint. | 8.5.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Method | `uploadFileToWebdav` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | `webdav.getMyAccounts` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | `webdav.removeWebdavAccount` | No replacement. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | `DELETE /canned-responses` (ID in the request body) | Replaced by the [DELETE /canned-responses/:_id](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-a-canned-response) endpoint. | 8.0.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | `POST /login` with an OAuth `serviceName` and `accessToken` | Signing in with a Google, Facebook, or Twitter access token has been removed. Use the OAuth sign-in flow and the [/loginCode.redeem](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/redeem-login-code) endpoint. | - | 9.0.0 |

- **API parameter replacements and removals:** The following deprecated API parameters have been removed in 9.0.0 to mitigate security risks and improve performance.

| Type | Name | Parameter affected | Description | Deprecated since | Removed in version |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Endpoint | [Create Integration](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-integration) and [Update Integration](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-integration) | `skipTranspile` | Removed with the Babel transcompiler for integrations. | 8.4.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [All endpoints using this parameter](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/deprecatedparameters#query-and-fields-query-parameters) | `fields` | Removed to avoid malicious queries. | 5.0.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [All endpoints using this parameter](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/deprecatedparameters#query-and-fields-query-parameters) | `query` | Removed to avoid malicious queries. | 5.0.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [livechat/department.autocomplete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/autocomplete-department) and [livechat/visitors.autocomplete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/autocomplete-visitors) | `conditions` in `selector` | Removed to avoid unsafe queries. | 8.8.0 | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [users.info](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-users-info), users.create, and users.update | `freeSwitchExtension` | Renamed to `sipExtension`, also in user objects returned by the API. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | users.create, users.update, users.updateOwnBasicInfo, and [users.info](http://users.info) | `phones` | Replaced by the `phones` array (`{ number, label? }`), also in user objects returned by the API. Existing numbers are migrated on upgrade. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [push.token (POST)](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-push-token) | `token` (response) | The response returns flat `tokenType` and `tokenValue` fields instead of the `token` object. Request bodies are unchanged. | - | 9.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [channels.online](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-online-users-in-a-channel) and [groups.online](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-group-online-users) | `_id` | The `_id` parameter is now required. | - | 9.0.0 |

---

## Rocket.Chat v8.0.0

### Architectural and database updates

- ⚠️ We have officially **discontinued support for MongoDB versions 5.0 and 6.0** to mitigate security risks as they have reached their official end-of-life (EOL). Workspaces running either version are required to upgrade to MongoDB 8.2 before moving to Rocket.Chat v8.0.0. It is important to back up your data before this upgrade to prevent unintentional data loss or potential service disruptions.
- The **Streamhub service** and the deprecated `DISABLE_DB_WATCHERS` environment variable have been removed as part of ongoing efforts to simplify the platform architecture and deployment model. Streamhub is no longer required for real-time communication in current workspace setups. You can safely remove the streamhub microservice and `DISABLE_DB_WATCHERS` from your configuration.

### Omnichannel and marketplace enhancements

- We have pruned unused SMS integrations, specifically eliminating the settings for **Mobex** and **VoxTelesys**. Twilio will remain the only supported integration available for configuring SMS gateways in your workspace.
- **WebRTC-based Livechat calls** and all associated features, including the Meet page, are outdated and have been removed. Workspaces that require synchronous communication in Omnichannel can integrate video conferencing solutions through [Apps-Engine](https://developer.rocket.chat/docs/rocketchat-apps-engine) or the [Rocket.Chat APIs](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs).
- The outdated **Game Center** feature has been removed to reduce clutter, as games are no longer available on the marketplace.

### Security and administration changes

- **Tokenpass OAuth integration** is no longer available on the workspace. If your workspace still relies on Tokenpass for user authentication, update your configurations to use a supported alternative OAuth or SAML provider to avoid potential authentication issues and locking users out.
- **Enable second layer encryption for data transport** setting is discontinued and no longer available.
- The **Logs tab** in **Reports** has been removed. **Log View Limit settings** and log streaming features, including stdout streaming, related APIs, permissions, and runtime log queues are now cleared from the codebase. This change addresses the security and reliability limitations of the built-in app log view, especially in multi-instance and microservices production setups. Workspace logging is now handled exclusively at the infrastructure level. Visit [Monitor Workspace Logs and Metrics](/v1/docs/access-workspace-logs) for more details.
- The previously deprecated `/v1/users.createToken` endpoint has been undeprecated and is no longer scheduled for removal. It now enforces additional security requirements where administrators must configure the `CREATE_TOKENS_FOR_USERS_SECRET` [environment variable](/v1/docs/deployment-environment-variables) and include this shared secret in all requests to restrict token generation to authorized users.

> [!WARNING]
> While the `/v1/users.createToken` **endpoint** is being retained, the `users.createToken` **method** has been removed.
- The `/v1/e2e.updateGroupKey` endpoint has been undeprecated. It is no longer marked for deprecation and will continue to be supported within the workspace.

### Rocket.Chat Voice improvements

With the launch of the new Rocket.Chat Voice architecture, the **deprecated VoIP architecture** that relied on the **old FreeSwitch integration** has been being completely cleared from the codebase. This change does not eliminate FreeSwitch compatibility. Instead, the deprecated FreeSwitch Integration is being replaced with a [generic SIP integration](/v1/docs/configure-voice-via-sip-integration) that remains fully compatible with FreeSwitch and other SIP-compliant infrastructures.

Due to this removal, workspaces relying on the legacy integration must prepare for the following:

- **FreeSwitch components removed**: The old VoIP integration with FreeSwitch has been removed. This includes all associated technical components, such as extension management APIs and the collection of VoIP statistics related to FreeSwitch connections and extensions.
- **New settings for routing calls**: Legacy settings such as the **FreeSwitch Integration section** and **Team Voice Calls Enabled setting** have been removed from the workspace UI. Rocket.Chat Voice is now automatically enabled when the Voice add-on is active, allowing [intra-workspace calls via standard WebRTC](/v1/docs/configure-voice-via-standard-webrtc) without additional configuration. A dedicated [SIP Integration setting](/v1/docs/configure-voice-via-sip-integration#configure-sip-settings) is now available for routing calls through external SIP infrastructure.
- **VoIP permission changes**: The legacy permissions `Manage Voice Calls`, `View Voice Call Extensions`, and `Allow Voice Call` have been removed. Granular permissions have been introduced to grant access to internal and external calling features in the new Rocket.Chat Voice architecture.

### Removal of deprecated features

Several deprecated features will be removed in **v8.0.0** to simplify the codebase, improve performance, and mitigate security risks.

- **Current Chats removal**: The Current Chats page in Omnichannel has been removed in favor of the [Contact Center](/v1/docs/omnichannel-contact-center), which serves as the unified interface for managing chats, contacts, and calls.
- **OTR feature removed**: We have removed the Off-the-Record (OTR) messaging feature designed for exchanging temporary client-side encrypted messages, due to low adoption. For encrypted messaging, consider using End-to-End Encryption (E2EE). E2EE provides improved encryption capabilities that align better with the platform’s core security features.
- **Omnichannel Voice Channel (VoIP) removed:** The legacy Omnichannel Voice channel feature has been removed, along with its associated API endpoints and permissions. Its Asterisk-based implementation does not support highly scalable, cloud-native VoIP workloads. For voice requirements in Omnichannel, consider integrating scalable VoIP providers or call-center platforms using supported APIs or extensions. Rocket.Chat can also be embedded into third-party call-center solutions using Chat Engine, enabling chat-based communication with your existing VoIP infrastructure.
- **WebRTC admin settings removed**: The WebRTC workspace administration settings are no longer in use and have been removed completely.
- **API endpoint replacements and removals:** The following deprecated API methods and endpoints have been removed, with some being replaced by improved alternatives:

| Type | Name | Replacement | Deprecated since | Removed in version |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Endpoint | `stdout.queue` | No replacement; the functionality is no longer supported. | 8.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Endpoint | `/omnichannel/agents/available` | No replacement. | 8.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:saveBusinessHour` | Replaced by the [/livechat/business-hours.save](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-a-business-hour) endpoint. | 8.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:addMonitor` | Replaced by [livechat/monitors.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-a-monitor) endpoint. | 8.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:removeBusinessHour` | Replaced by the [/livechat/business-hours.remove](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-business-hour) endpoint. | 8.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:removeMonitor` | Replaced by the [/livechat/monitors.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-a-monitor) endpoint. | 8.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:saveTag` | Replaced by the [POST /livechat/tags.save](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-a-tag) endpoint. | 8.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Endpoint | `/apps` (GET) | The `GET /apps` endpoint will be removed. Use the following endpoints instead: - [/apps/marketplace](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-marketplace-apps) to list apps - [/apps/categories](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-app-categories) to list categories - `/apps/buildExternalUrl` to retrieve modal URLs - [/apps/installed](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-installed-apps) to list installed apps | 8.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:saveUnit` | Replaced by the [/livechat/units](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-unit) endpoint. | 7.13.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Endpoint | `voip-freeswitch.extension.assign` | Extensions can now be assigned in [/users.update](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-user) endpoint. | 7.12.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `saveCannedResponse` | Replaced by the [POST /canned-responses](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-or-update-or-delete-a-canned-response) endpoint. | 7.12.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:removeTag` | Replaced by the [/livechat/tags.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-a-tag) endpoint. | 7.12.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `sendFileLivechatMessage` | Replaced by the [livechat/upload/:rid](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/upload-files-to-room) endpoint. | 7.12.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:returnAsInquiry` | Replaced by the [/livechat/inquiries.returnAsInquiry](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/move-chat-to-inquiry) endpoint. | 7.12.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:removeRoom` | Replaced by the [livechat/rooms.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-a-closed-omnichannel-room) endpoint. | 7.12.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `removeCannedResponse` | Replaced by the [DELETE /canned-responses/:_id](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-a-canned-response) endpoint. | 7.12.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:removeUnit` | Replaced by the [DELETE /livechat/units/{id}](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-a-unit) endpoint. | 7.12.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:takeInquiry` | Replaced by the [/livechat/inquiries.take](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/take-inquiry) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:saveDepartment` | Replaced by the [/livechat/department](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/register-new-department) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:sendTranscript` | Replaced by the [/livechat/transcript](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/request-livechat-transcript) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:saveCustomField` | Replaced by the [/livechat/custom-fields.save](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-omnichannel-custom-field) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:removeAllClosedRooms` | Replaced by the [/livechat/rooms.removeAllClosedRooms](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-closed-omnichannel-rooms) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:getRoutingConfig` | Replaced by the [livechat/config/routing](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-livechat-routing-configuration) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:getAnalyticsChartData` | Replaced by the [/livechat/analytics/dashboards/charts-data](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-analytics-chart-data) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:saveAgentInfo` | Replaced by the [/livechat/agents.saveInfo](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-agent-info) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:removeCustomField` | Replaced by the [/livechat/custom-fields.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-omnichannel-custom-field) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:setUpConnection` | No replacement; the functionality is no longer supported. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `setAdminStatus` | Replaced by the [/roles.addUserToRole](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/assign-role-to-user) or [/roles.removeUserFromRole](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-role-from-user) endpoint. | 7.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `getRoomRoles` | Replaced by the [/rooms.roles](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-room-roles) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `getUserRoles` | Replaced by the [/roles.getUsersInPublicRoles](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-users-in-public-roles) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `saveCustomFields` | Replaced by the [/users.updateOwnBasicInfo](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-own-basic-information) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `setUsername` | Replaced by the [/users.updateOwnBasicInfo](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-own-basic-information) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `setReaction` | Replaced by the [/chat.react](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/react-to-message) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `saveUserProfile` | Replaced by the [/users.updateOwnBasicInfo](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-own-basic-information) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `setUserPassword` | Replaced by the [/users.updateOwnBasicInfo](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-own-basic-information) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `authorization:removeUserFromRole` | Replaced by the [/roles.removeUserFromRole](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-role-from-user) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `authorization:deleteRole` | Replaced by the [/roles.delete](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-role) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `authorization:addUserToRole` | Replaced by the [/roles.addUserToRole](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/assign-role-to-user) endpoint. | 7.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:getUnitsFromUser` | No replacement; the functionality is no longer supported. | 7.4.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Endpoint | `rooms.upload/:rid` | Replaced by the [/rooms.media/:rid](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/upload-media-files-to-a-room) endpoint | 6.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Endpoint | `/banners.getNew` | Replaced by the [/banners/:id](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-banner-by-id) or [/banners](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-banners) endpoint. | 6.10.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `muteUserInRoom` | Replaced by the [/rooms.muteUser](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/mute-user-in-room) endpoint. | 6.8.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `unmuteUserInRoom` | Replaced by the [/rooms.unmuteUser](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/unmute-user-in-room) endpoint. | 6.8.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `createToken` | This method will be removed. | 6.8.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `insertOrUpdateUser` | Users upsert no longer allowed. Replaced by [/users.create](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-user) endpoint. | 6.7.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:resumeOnHold` | Replaced by the [/livechat/room.resumeOnHold](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/resume-room-on-hold) endpoint. | 6.3.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:closeRoom` | Replaced by the [/livechat/room.close](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/close-livechat-room) endpoint | 6.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:changeLivechatStatus` | Replaced by the [/livechat/agent.status](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-agent-status) endpoint. | 5.4.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `getAvatarSuggestion` | Replaced by the [/users.getAvatarSuggestion](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-avatar-suggestion) endpoint. | 5.4.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `sendConfirmationEmail` | Replaced by the [/users.sendConfirmationEmail](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/send-email-verification) endpoint. | 5.4.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:getTagsList` | Replace by the [/livechat/tags](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-list-of-tags) endpoint. | 5.2.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:getFirstRoomMessage` | No replacement; the functionality is no longer supported. | 5.2.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:getDepartmentForwardRestrictions` | No replacement; the functionality is no longer supported. | 5.2.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `livechat:transfer` | Replaced by the [/livechat/room.forward](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/forward-livechat-room) endpoint. | 5.1.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Method | `sendConfirmationEmail` | Replaced by [users.sendConfirmationEmail](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/send-email-verification) endpoint. | 5.4.0 | 8.0.0 |

- **API parameter removals**: The following parameters have been permanently removed from their respective API endpoints in v8.0.0:

| Type | Name | Parameter affected | Description | Deprecated since | Removed in version |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Endpoint | [engagement-dashboard/channels/list](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-channels-engagement) | hideRoomsWithNoActivity | The endpoint no longer accepts `hideRoomsWithNoActivity` parameter. By default, inactive rooms will be excluded from the response. | 6.11.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [oauth-apps.get](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-oauth-app) | appId | This parameter will no longer be accepted (use clientId or _id instead). | 6.0.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [roles.getUsersInRole](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-users-of-a-role) | role | The **role** parameter will still be used, but its value must now always be the **role ID**. Querying with the role name as value is deprecated. | 4.6.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [roles.addUserToRole](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/assign-role-to-user) | roleName | This parameter will no longer be accepted. Use `roleId` instead. | 4.6.0 | 8.0.0 |
| Endpoint | [roles.removeUserFromRole](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-role-from-user) | roleName | This parameter will no longer be accepted. Use `roleId` instead. | 4.6.0 | 8.0.0 |

These changes are vital for ensuring the long-term stability and security of the Rocket.Chat workspaces. Workspace administrators should begin evaluating their current configurations now to facilitate a seamless upgrade to version 8.0.0. For detailed information, check out our [GitHub release page](https://github.com/RocketChat/Rocket.Chat/releases).

---

## Rocket.Chat v7.0.0

### Platform and database enhancements

- We have upgraded the platform to Meteor 3.0 and Node.js 20, bringing in the latest security improvements, bug fixes, and performance optimizations. However, this update may require environmental adjustments, especially if your application relies on older Node.js features or Meteor packages. Developers should review their environment and ensure all dependencies are compatible with these new versions.
- With MongoDB 4.4 reaching end-of-life, we have discontinued its support in favor of MongoDB 7.0. The new version offers enhanced performance, security improvements, and new features like support for multi-document ACID transactions. MongoDB 5.0 is now deprecated. If you're still using MongoDB 4.4 or 5.0, an upgrade is necessary to maintain compatibility with our platform. It’s important to test your database migration thoroughly to avoid potential data or performance issues.

### Security and compliance updates

- **Removal of Compatible Sandbox (vm2) for Integration Scripts:** We've fully removed the Compatible Sandbox option for integration scripts. Previously, [Rocket.Chat](http://Rocket.Chat) allowed users to choose between two sandboxing libraries for script execution: vm2 (Compatible Sandbox) and isolated-vm (Secure Sandbox). Due to critical security vulnerabilities and lack of ongoing support for vm2, it is no longer available as of version 7.0. All scripts will now run exclusively in the Secure Sandbox environment. This change may impact integration scripts that relied on vm2's behavior. Review your integration scripts to ensure they are compatible with the secure sandbox.
- **Enhanced security for app installations:** Starting with this release, the ability to upload private apps is now restricted to our [Starter and Premium plans](/v1/docs/our-plans). This change helps us maintain the integrity of Rocket.Chat's customization options while safeguarding the exclusive features of our paid plans. By limiting private app uploads, we ensure that only licensed users can fully tailor their experience, protecting the value and security of our platform.
- The ability to install apps from a URL will be removed.
- Unused settings such as `UI_Click_Direct_Message` and the `view-history` permission have been removed to comply with security best practices and reduce clutter.

### Permissions and endpoint enhancements

- **New permissions for room management in teams:** New permissions (`create-team-channel` and `create-team-group`) have been added to enhance control over room creation within teams. These permissions integrate closely with team management functions and ensure proper visibility and control.
- **Improved error messaging for login attempts:** The login process will no longer suggest which credential is incorrect, returning a generic "Unauthorized" error instead to enhance security.
- **Disabled query and fields API parameters**: The `query` and `fields` [parameters](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/query-parameters#query-and-fields) have been disabled and can only be enabled by setting the `ALLOW_UNSAFE_QUERY_AND_FIELDS_API_PARAMS: true` [environment variable](https://docs.rocket.chat/docs/deployment-environment-variables). Enabling them may expose your workspace to security breaches, for which Rocket.Chat is not responsible. These parameters will be completely removed on 9.0.0.

### Omnichannel and integration adjustments

- **Fixes for stuck omnichannel rooms:** A migration will correct the statuses of inquiries linked to rooms that are closed but still listed as active due to systemic issues.
- **Removed dependencies:** The dependency on the `meteor/check` package has been removed from all v1 endpoints to avoid errors and enhance performance.

### Air-gapped workspace restrictions for commercial licensing

Starting with this release, Rocket.Chat Community Edition will no longer support air-gapped environments (environments without internet access). To ensure compliance with licensing agreements, only users on premium plans—including the free Starter plan—can run Rocket.Chat in these air-gapped setups. Our standard builds include commercial code, so restricting air-gapped environments to premium users helps maintain security and proper licensing compliance. Community users who need Rocket.Chat without commercial restrictions can use the [fossify script](https://github.com/RocketChat/Rocket.Chat/blob/develop/scripts/fossify.ts). This tool removes all premium code, leaving a fully open-source version with no limitations (e.g., no user or MAC limits). While this doesn’t include our commercial air-gapped setup, it allows users to build their own offline solutions and customize them on top of our open-source code as they wish. For details, check out the [fossify script](https://github.com/RocketChat/Rocket.Chat/blob/develop/scripts/fossify.ts).

### Removal of deprecated features

Several outdated features have been removed to streamline the codebase and improve overall system performance:

- **HipChat importer removed**: Due to the discontinuation of HipChat, the HipChat importer is no longer supported. If you’re still migrating from HipChat, consider using alternative import methods or manually migrating your data.
- **Unused oauth settings removed**: We’ve pruned unused and outdated OAuth settings to simplify the configuration process. The button text color and button color settings will be removed. If your system still relies on these deprecated settings, update your configurations to avoid potential authentication issues.
- **API endpoint replacements and removals:** The following older API methods and endpoints have been deprecated in favor of newer, more efficient ones.

| Type | Name | Replacement | Deprecated since | Removed in version |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Method | eraseRoom | Replaced by [rooms.delete endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-room) | 5.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | roomNameExists | Replaced by [rooms.nameExists endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/check-if-room-name-exists) | 5.1.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | deleteMessage | Replaced by [chat.delete endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-chat-message) | 6.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | checkUsernameAvailability | Replaced by [users.checkUsernameAvailability endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/check-username-availability) | 5.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | listEmojiCustom | Replaced by [emoji-custom.list endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-updated-list-of-custom-emojis) | 5.4.3 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | refreshClients | Now triggered by [assets.setAsset](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-asset) and [assets.unsetAsset](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/unset-asset) | 5.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | removeWebdavAccount | Replaced by [webdav.removeWebdavAccount endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-webdav-account) | 5.1.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | Mailer:unsubscribe | Replaced by [mailer.unsubscribe endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/mailer-unsubscribe-endpoint) | 5.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | Mailer.sendMail | Replaced by [mailer endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/send-mailer-endpoint) | 5.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | reportMessage | Replaced by [chat.reportMessage endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/report-message) | 6.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | getPasswordPolicy | Replaced by [pw.getPolicy endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-password-policy) | 5.1.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:addAgent | Replaced by [livechat/users/agent (POST) endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/register-new-agent-or-manager) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:addManager | Replaced by [livechat/users/manager (POST) endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/register-new-agent-or-manager) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:getCustomFields | Replaced by [livechat/custom-fields endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-livechat-custom-fields) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:getNextAgent | Replaced by [livechat/agent.next/:token endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-next-agent-information) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:loadHistory | Replaced by [livechat/messages.history/:rid endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-livechat-message-history) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:loginByToken | Replaced by [livechat/visitor/:token endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-visitor-information) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:pageVisited | Replaced by [livechat/page.visited endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/send-visitor-navigation-history) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:registerGuest | Replaced by [livechat/visitor endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/register-livechat-visitor) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:removeAgent | Replaced by [livechat/users/agent/:_id endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-agent-or-manager) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:removeDepartment | Replaced by [livechat/department/:_id endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-department) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:removeManager | Replaced by [livechat/users/manager/:_id endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/remove-agent-or-manager) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:saveDepartmentAgents | Replaced by [livechat/department/:_id/agents endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-agents-of-department) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:saveSurveyFeedback | Replaced by [livechat/room.survey endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/survey-livechat-room) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:searchAgent | Replaced by [livechat/users/agent/:_id endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-agent-or-manager-information) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:sendOfflineMessage | Replaced by [livechat/offline.message endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/send-offline-livechat-message) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:setCustomField | Replaced by [livechat/visitor endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/register-livechat-visitor) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:setDepartmentForVisitor | Replaced by [livechat/visitor endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/register-livechat-visitor) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:discardTranscript | Replaced by [livechat/transcript/:rid (DELETE) endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-livechat-transcript) | 6.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:getAgentOverviewData | Replaced by [livechat/analytics/agent-overview endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-agent-analytics-overview) | 6.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:getAnalyticsOverviewData | Replaced by [livechat/analytics/overview endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-analytics-overview) | 6.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:removeTrigger | Replaced by [livechat/triggers/:_id (DELETE) endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/delete-a-trigger) | 6.5.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:requestTranscript | Replaced by [livechat/transcript/:rid endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/send-livechat-transcript) | 6.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:saveAppearance | Replaced by [livechat/appearance endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-livechat-appearance) | 6.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:saveInfo | Replaced by [livechat/room.saveInfo endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/update-livechat-room) | 5.3.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:saveIntegration | Replaced by [omnichannel/integrations (POST) endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/set-up-omnichannel-webhook) | 6.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:saveTrigger | Replaced by [livechat/triggers endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-livechat-triggers) | 6.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:webhookTest | Replaced by [livechat/webhook.test endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/test-the-webhook-integration) | 5.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | livechat:getAgentData | Replaced by [livechat/agent.info/:rid/:token endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-agent-information) | 6.4.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | addOauthApp | Replaced by [oauth-apps.create endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/create-oauth-app) | 6.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Endpoint | pw.getPolicyReset | Replaced by [pw.getPolicy endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-password-policy) | 6.3.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Endpoint | licenses.get | Replaced by [licenses.info endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-licenses-1) | 6.5.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Endpoint | licenses.isEnterprise | Replaced by [licenses.info endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-licenses-1) | 6.5.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Endpoint | channels.images | Replaced by [rooms.images endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/get-room-images) | 6.8.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Endpoint | livechat/room.transfer | Replaced by [licenses/room.forward endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/forward-livechat-room) | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Endpoint | livechat/inquiries.queued | Replaced by [livechat/inquiries.queuedForUser endpoint](https://developer.rocket.chat/apidocs/list-queued-user-inquiries) | 5.4.1 | 7.0.0 |
| Endpoint | livechat/room.visitor | The endpoint has been removed. | 5.2.0 | 7.0.0 |

- The following parameters have been removed and replaced.

| Type | Name | Parameter affected | Description | Deprecated since | Removed in version |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Method | authorization:removeUserFromRole | role | This parameter will no longer accept roleName as a fallback. Use only `roleId` instead. | 4.6.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | authorization:deleteRole | role | This parameter will no longer accept roleName as a fallback. Use only `roleId` instead. | 4.6.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | authorization:addUserToRole | role | This parameter will no longer accept roleName as a fallback. Use only `roleId` instead. | 4.6.0 | 7.0.0 |
| Method | apps (POST) | downloadOnly | This parameter will no longer be accepted. | 6.6.0 | 7.0.0 |

> [!TIP]
> This update is critical for maintaining the operational integrity, security, and efficiency of Rocket.Chat workspaces. Workspace managers should review these changes carefully and begin preparations for a smooth transition to version 7.0.0.

For detailed information, check out our [GitHub release page](https://github.com/RocketChat/Rocket.Chat/releases).