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Element/Matrix

Open SourceApache-2.0

Decentralized messenger with end-to-end encryption based on Matrix

Website
element.io
Difficulty
●● Medium
Last check
2026-08-10

Description

Element is the leading client for the Matrix protocol, an open, decentralized communication network. Matrix enables end-to-end encrypted messages, voice and video calls, and bridging to other platforms such as Slack, Discord, and IRC. Element offers rooms, spaces, threads, and file sharing. Since Matrix is federated, users on different servers can communicate with each other. Element is used by governments and organizations worldwide.

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Platforms

WebLinuxWindowsmacOSAndroidiOSDocker

Replaces the following proprietary tools

WhatsAppElement/Matrix
SlackElement/Matrix
Microsoft TeamsElement/Matrix

Self-Hosting

Element/Matrix can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure. Visit the official documentation for installation instructions.

Documentation →

Tags

#messenger#matrix#dezentral#e2e#verschluesselung#foederation#bruecken

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