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 Element, Telegram, Discord and Pidgin.

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  1. Mages icon
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    Multi-platform Matrix Chat Client (for Android and Linux).

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Android
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  2. WorkDo icon
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    WorkDo is an all-in-one app to make teamwork effortless with features that allow you to collaborate easily with your teammates. It is specifically designed to make business management a breeze.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  3. BiP Messenger icon
     2 likes

    With BiP, you can send pictures and videos, documents, audio files, locations as well as text messages. Holding the microphone button is enough to send the audio recording.?

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
     
  4. YaPChat icon
     1 like

    Self-hostable open-source chat solution offering text, voice, and video with fine-grained roles, forum threads, DM workspace, browser soundboard, custom emoji, PWA offline support, push notifications, analytics tools, and advanced moderation capabilities.

    15 YaPChat alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
  5. Peer-to-peer messenger with real-time encrypted chat, secure file transfer, retro-inspired lightweight interface, no central servers, and only username and password retained for privacy. Built in C++ using modern cryptography and minimalist resource usage.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  6. A private, dedicated, tailor-made, secure and encrypted communication solution for secure calls, messages and file sharing with anyone, anywhere for C.E.O and V.I.P

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
     
  7. Selene icon
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    Selene is a comprehensive peer-to-peer chat and file sharing application built on the Tor network. It enables secure, private communication and seamless file transfers between users, leveraging the anonymity and resilience of Tor.

    47 Selene alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Windows
     
  8. Port is a free, open source, privacy-first messaging app designed for the hyper-connected world. Connect safely without sharing phone numbers, emails, or usernames. With Port, yoOR USERNAMEu can chat, call, share, and stay in touch on your own terms.

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  9. VideoMeeting icon
     10 likes

    VideoMeeting is a free and open source video conference solution built to have video calls and chats using your web browser. It is a pure web application based on WebRTC that can provide communication features within your web browser.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. Boltgram icon
     Like

    Boltgram is a fast, secure and nice messaging app that uses Telegram’s API. You can enjoy all the features of Telegram, such as end-to-end encryption, cloud-based storage, group chats, channels, bots, stickers, and more. But that’s not all.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  11. Root icon
     2 likes

    Facilitates community collaboration through voice, video, and text chat, integrated docs and tasks, configurable channels, roles, and permissions, seamless mobile and desktop access, rapid message reactions, file sharing, and notification controls for groups.

    48 Root alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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