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CommunicationAlternative to WhatsApp WebAlternative to TelegramAlternative to Slack

Element Web

Glossy Matrix collaboration client for decentralized messaging and VoIP.

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LicenseAGPL-3.0
GitHub stars11.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
CommunicationReactMatrix ClientTypescriptDecentralizedEncrypted Messaging
Overview

Why consider Element Web?

Element Web is an open-source, secure collaboration web client built on the Matrix protocol. It delivers end-to-end encrypted messaging, voice/video calls, file sharing, and spaces for decentralized teams.

Guided learning

Learn Element Web by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Element Web

Element connects to any Matrix homeserver (like Synapse or Conduit), offering zero-knowledge end-to-end encrypted group chats and cross-server communication.

Running with Docker

bash
1docker run -d \
2 --name element-web \
3 -p 8080:80 \
4 vectorim/element-web:latest

Element Web is licensed under the GNU AGPL-3.0 license.

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Element Web FAQs

Element Web is listed as a Communication tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Element Web is listed under the AGPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Element Web is listed as an alternative to WhatsApp Web. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.