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Element Web

Glossy Matrix client for the web and desktop

Matrix & XMPP ★ 13.4k stars Easy setup AGPL-3.0

Element Web is the flagship Matrix client, providing a polished interface for chat, voice, and video over the Matrix protocol. It can be self-hosted alongside a homeserver for a fully owned communication stack.

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Key features

  • Full-featured Matrix client
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Voice and video calls
  • Customizable branding

Pros & cons

Strengths

  • Most mature Matrix client
  • Active development

Trade-offs

  • Heavier than minimal clients
  • Best paired with own homeserver

Element Web replaces

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