An open-source, privacy-focused messenger built favored by governments and privacy advocates
System Requirements:
- OS: Windows 10+
- RAM: 2GB+
Developer: Element (formerly Riot)
Element (Matrix)
- License: Free
- Version: Latest Update
- Virus Scan:
Safe to Download
Element is an open-source, privacy-focused messenger built on the Matrix protocol, favored by governments and privacy advocates.
Main Functions
- Decentralized Servers: Self-host or join any Matrix server
- End-to-End Encryption: Default for all chats
- Bridges: Connect to WhatsApp, Slack, Telegram
- Voice/Video Calls: Powered by Jitsi
User Benefits
- No corporate control (unlike WhatsApp/Signal)
- Interoperable (chat with users on other apps)
- Self-destructing messages
