# Compatible messaging systems

The following tables provide information on the supported versions of Kafka, which is the recommended messaging system to use with Talend server modules.

In the following documentation:

* Recommended: designates an environment recommended by Qlik based on experience and customer usage.
* Supported: designates a supported environment for use with the listed component or service.
* Supported with limitations: designates an environment that is supported by Qlik but with certain conditions explained in notes.

Supported Kafka versionsSupported Kafka versions

| Kafka version | Talend platform | Support type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3.9.2 | Talend Data Preparation | Recommended |
| 3.9.2 | Talend Data Stewardship | Recommended |
| 3.9.2 | Talend Dictionary Service | Recommended |