Element Alternatives

Element is described as 'A secure collaboration app with end-to-end encryption and interoperability across web, desktop, and mobile. Includes chat, voice, and video calls' and is a leading instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Element for a variety of platforms, including Android, Web-based, Windows, iPhone and Mac apps. The best Element alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Element are Telegram, Matrix, Discord and Pidgin.

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Element alternatives are mainly Instant Messengers, but if you're looking for Group Chat Apps or Video Calling Apps you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Self-Hosted. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Element.
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  1. Messenger for WhatsApp icon

    Messenger for WhatsApp

     2 likes

    Messenger for WhatsApp™ (WA Messenger) is a wrapper for WhatsApp Web. It loads WhatsApp Web in toolbar popup UI and has badge icon text notification for all new conversations (even if toolbar popup is closed).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Firefox
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  2. Continuwuity icon

    Continuwuity

     1 like

    A community-driven chat server that talks Matrix.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Kubernetes
     
  4. Pidgin-Encryption icon

    Pidgin-Encryption

     14 likes

    Plugin enabling end-to-end encryption for instant messages on Pidgin using up to 4096-bit RSA with Mozilla NSS, automatic key creation, exchange, and storage, designed for simple use against man-in-the-middle attacks, open-source, and minimal setup required.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Pidgin
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  6. AltME icon

    AltME

     1 like

    The world's most powerful lightweight collaboration system.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  8. Palxup icon

    Palxup

     1 like

    Palxup leverages on internet to make living worthwhile and full of fun for you by keeping you in constant reach with your family, friends and associate; and also expand your horizon, allowing you more opportunities as you meet new people globally. In short Palxup unlimit you!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
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  9. Wey icon

    Wey

     4 likes

    Fast open source Slack desktop app, written in Node.js with native UI powered by the Yue library.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    macOS
     
  10. Teleport.Video icon

    Teleport.Video

     1 like

    Teleport.Video is an online video conferencing platform that enables you to connect with people or a group from anywhere.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  11. eyeSlick icon

    eyeSlick

     1 like

    Active media marketplace - live broadcasting, streaming video, calls, e-commerce, social and more monetize your experience and become a hero from anywhere in the world using any device

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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  12. yaxim icon

    yaxim

     13 likes

    yaxim Feb 7th, 2013 yaxim (Yet Another XMPP Instant Messenger) is a Jabber/XMPP client with open source (GPLv2). Why pay for text messages if you …

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
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  13. Osmium icon

    Osmium

     5 likes

    A globally distributed messaging and voice/video platform built for communities that value speed, privacy, and reliability.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Rust
     
  14. PS: Post Scriptum icon

    PS: Post Scriptum

     3 likes

    Secure your files and communication with the most advanced encryption system available in the market. Full anonymity, 100% security, ultimate privacy. Your photos, PDFs, passwords and communication fully encrypted at one place.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  15. Video Web Call icon

    Video Web Call

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    Free video web calls no registration. Hold online conferences or chat one on one. No software or app install. Create a private video web call in one click.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
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