Element
element.io
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Secure, decentralized matrix-based messenger and collaboration app.
- Free tier
- Yes
- Per month
- Free – $5/seat
- MCP
- No
Why it's here
Open Matrix ecosystem provides full history, APIs and self-hosting; expect more setup than a managed chat service.
Free tier
Free open client with access to the public Matrix network.
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#13 of 25Open Matrix ecosystem provides full history, APIs and self-hosting; expect more setup than a managed chat service.
| per month | Free / Open SourceFreeSelf-hosted or public server | Elements Essentials$5/seatper user monthly | EnterpriseCustomContact sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full history | |||
| No seat minimum | |||
| API and bots | |||
| Unlimited apps | |||
| Custom domain | |||
| SSO | |||
| Free guests | |||
| Paid memberships | |||
| Data export | |||
| File storage | 50 GB | 100 GB | 1000 GB |