🇬🇧 Element (Matrix)
Client for the open Matrix protocol - decentralized, federated communication adopted by the French army and the German healthcare system, among others.
European alternative to: Slack, WhatsApp, Discord.
Details
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Messengers |
| Replaces | Slack, WhatsApp, Discord |
| Pricing model | freemium - free basic plan, paid upgrades |
| Open source | yes |
| Self-hosting | yes - can run on your own server |
| Website | element.io |
Who is it for
Element (Matrix) is a good fit if you want to replace Slack with a tool that keeps data in Europe and is subject to GDPR. You can start without paying and check whether it meets your needs. Companies with their own infrastructure will appreciate the self-hosting option.
Questions about Element (Matrix)
Where does Element (Matrix) come from?
Element (Matrix) is a tool from United Kingdom.
How much does Element (Matrix) cost?
Pricing model: freemium - free basic plan, paid upgrades. Current prices are on element.io.
What does Element (Matrix) replace?
Element (Matrix) is a European alternative to: Slack, WhatsApp, Discord.
Can Element (Matrix) be self-hosted?
Yes - Element (Matrix) can run on your own server or with a European cloud provider, keeping full control of your data.
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