Matrix Alternatives

Matrix is described as 'Open protocol for decentralized, end-to-end encrypted communication supporting instant messaging, VoIP, IoT, data persistence, and silos bridging over federated servers' and is a very popular instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Matrix for a variety of platforms, including Android, Web-based, Linux, Windows and Mac apps. The best Matrix alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Matrix are Telegram, Element, Discord and Pidgin.

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Matrix alternatives are mainly Instant Messengers, but if you're looking for Group Chat Apps or Encrypted Chat Apps you can filter on that. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Matrix.
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  1. LeggoChat icon
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    LeggoChat is a group or channel based chat platform that is designed to be easy to set up for any casual, or formal settings and discussions. Users can choose to have their messages logged and stored, or otherwise. No user accounts are required to get started at all.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  2. Let's Chat icon
     38 likes

    Self-hosted chat for small teams.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
     
  3. SiskinIM icon
     2 likes

    Lightweight and powerful XMPP client for iPhone and iPad, with audio and video calls and built-in privacy

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  4. Openfire icon
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    Openfire (formerly Wildfire) is a cross-platform instant messaging (IM) and groupchat server. It uses the only widely adopted open protocol for instant messaging, XMPP (also called Jabber). Openfire is incredibly easy to setup and administer, but offers rock-solid security and...

    15 Openfire alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  5. Chanty icon
     10 likes

    Chanty helps teams improve productivity and business communication. Unlimited message history, task management, file sharing and powerful notifications organize and save your day. Collaborate and communicate effectively in one place.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  6. Braid Chat icon
     1 like

    Braid is a new kind of group collaboration tool, designed for teams that hate interruptions and just want to get shit done.

    Say goodbye to chatrooms, and say hello to Braid!.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  7. KeeperChat icon
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    KeeperChat - The leading secure messaging app.

    • Private vault for messages, photos and videos • Private, encrypted media gallery (nothing is saved on device’s camera roll) • Biometric login and self-destruct protection for vault • Message retraction and self-destruct timer • Tw.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  8. Freenet icon
     1 like

    Freenet is a peer-to-peer platform for decentralized applications—communication, collaboration, and commerce without reliance on big tech. Your computer becomes part of a global network where apps are unstoppable, interoperable, and built on open protocols.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux Mobile
     
  9. signal-cli icon
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    signal-cli is a commandline interface for the Signal messenger. It supports registering, verifying, sending and receiving messages. signal-cli uses a patched libsignal-service-java, extracted from the Signal-Android source code.

    39 signal-cli alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Java
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  10. NYNJA icon
     1 like

    all-in-one Communication and Collaboration Platform. The NYNJA platform combines the benefits of instant chat, video conferencing, screen sharing, file sharing, asset management collaboration, and much more, in one fast, easy and reliable platform.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  11. If you’re tired of using complicated chat servers with too many features that you don’t use, or if you’re looking for a more intuitive and comprehensive chat platform, then you might want to try a Simple but Advanced Messaging Alternative (SAMA) chat server.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
     
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