1. A method comprising computer-implemented steps of: receiving electronic communications from each of a plurality of different communication platforms; converting the electronic communications from each of the plurality of different communication platforms from a first format used with the plurality of different communication platforms to a second format for use with a selected communication platform; compiling the electronic communications according to an identity of a sender; storing the electronic communications on a client system of an end user, the client system having access to a directory of information about a set of senders; and enabling a search of the electronic communications.