Open-source, end-to-end encrypted chat app built on the Matrix protocol. Used by several European government agencies.
Open sourceSome learning curve
Free alternative to
Code activity
- Stars
- 13,640
- Forks
- 2,817
- Open issues & PRs
- 3,679
- Last commit
- 1 day ago
- Latest release
- 1 week ago
Details
- Type
- Open source
- License
- AGPL-3.0
- Written in
- TypeScriptCSSHTMLJavaScript
- Platforms
- Web · Windows · Mac · Linux · Android · iPhone · Self-hosted
- Ease of use
- Some learning curve
Pros
- End-to-end encrypted and decentralized
- Can be self-hosted
Cons
- Matrix concepts are confusing for newcomers
Use Element instead of
SlackEnd-to-end encrypted chat on the Matrix network.
How is the 85/100 "Health" score calculated?
Dorabot computes it weekly from public GitHub data; it is not a review of software quality: 40 points for code freshness (a commit in the last 30 days earns full points), 25 points for popularity by stars, 20 points for a recent release, 15 points for the ratio of open issues to stars. 80+ is Good, 60–79 Fair, below 60 Weak.
FAQ
Is Element free?
Yes. Element is open source (AGPL-3.0 license) and free for personal and commercial use.
Which platforms does Element run on?
Element is available for Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iPhone and self-hosting on your own server.
What can I use Element instead of?
Element is a free alternative to Slack.
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