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Matrix web client for secure, decentralized team communication
Element is a feature-rich Matrix web client built with the Matrix JS SDK, enabling encrypted messaging, voice, and video across decentralized networks.
Element is a web-based Matrix client that brings decentralized, end-to-end encrypted communication to your browser. Built on the Matrix JS SDK, it enables teams and individuals to message, call, and collaborate without relying on centralized servers.
Whether you use the hosted version at app.element.io, self-host your own instance, or run it as an Electron desktop application, Element adapts to your infrastructure needs. The modular ES6 architecture allows developers to build from source using Node.js and Yarn, with full control over configuration through JSON files.
Element actively supports the latest two major versions of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari, plus the official Element Desktop app. Security best practices are built into the deployment guidance, including recommendations for separate domain hosting to mitigate XSS risks, and comprehensive CSP headers to protect against clickjacking and MIME sniffing attacks. Mobile users benefit from community-supported mobile web access, with native Android and iOS apps available for optimal mobile experiences.
When teams consider Element, these hosted platforms usually appear on the same shortlist.
Looking for a hosted option? These are the services engineering teams benchmark against before choosing open source.
Enterprise Self-Hosted Collaboration
Deploy Element on internal infrastructure to maintain full control over sensitive communications while leveraging Matrix federation for external partnerships.
Privacy-Focused Community Platform
Host a branded Element instance for community members who value end-to-end encryption and decentralized architecture over corporate messaging platforms.
Cross-Organization Federated Communication
Enable secure messaging between multiple organizations using Matrix federation, with each running their own Element instance and homeserver.
Desktop Application Deployment
Package Element as an Electron desktop app for users who prefer native application experiences with system integration and offline capabilities.
Matrix is the decentralized communication protocol, while Element is a web client application that connects to Matrix networks. Element uses the Matrix JS SDK to interact with Matrix homeservers.
Yes, you can use the hosted version at app.element.io without any setup. Self-hosting is optional for those who want full control over their infrastructure.
Running Element on the same domain as your Matrix homeserver creates XSS vulnerability risks. Malicious user-generated content could gain trusted access to Element if domains are shared.
Element actively supports the last 2 major versions of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari on desktop, plus the latest Element Desktop app. Firefox ESR and Chrome Extended Stable receive best-effort support.
Yes, native Android (element-android) and iOS (element-ios) apps are recommended for mobile devices. Mobile web browsers have community-level support but native apps provide better experiences.
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