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Element Call

Encrypted group video calls on Matrix

Matrix & XMPP ★ 984 stars Hard setup AGPL-3.0

Element Call is an end-to-end encrypted video and audio calling app built on the Matrix protocol. It targets users wanting private, federated group calls. It is deployed via Docker alongside a Matrix homeserver.

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Key features

  • End-to-end encrypted calls
  • Built on Matrix
  • Group video and audio
  • Browser-based

Pros & cons

Strengths

  • Strong encryption
  • Federated via Matrix
  • No app install needed

Trade-offs

  • Needs a Matrix backend
  • Setup is involved

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