Matrix Alternatives

Apps similar to Matrix include Signal, which is free and open source. Other options are Telegram, Element, Discord and Stoat Chat. There's no shortage of Group Chat Apps like Matrix, with more than 100 alternatives for Android, the web, Linux, Windows and Mac.

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  1. GNUnet icon

    GNUnet

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    GNUnet is a framework for secure peer-to-peer networking that does not use any centralized or otherwise trusted services. A first service implemented on top of the networking layer allows anonymous censorship-resistant file-sharing.

    57 GNUnet alternatives

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    Besides command line tools, GNUnet provides a graphical user interface: gnunet-gtk. Here are some screenshots of gnunet-gtk and its features and ports.
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  2. Buzz icon

    Buzz

     6 likes

    Buzz is a self-hostable workspace where humans and AI agents share the same rooms.

    64 Buzz alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • AppImage
    • iPhone
    • US flagUnited States
    Buzz screenshot 1
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  4. Session icon

    Session

     145 likes

    Decentralized messenger featuring end-to-end encryption for individual and group chats, no registration needed, no tracking or metadata logs, IP address protection, secure attachment sharing, multi-device sync, dark mode, open-source code, and ad-free use.

    92 Session alternatives

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    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • OpenAPK
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    Session screenshot 1
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  6. Commet icon

    Commet

     9 likes

    Commet is a client for Matrix focused on providing a feature rich experience while maintaining a simple interface. The goal is to build a secure, privacy respecting app without compromising on the features you have come to expect from a modern chat client.

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flatpak
    Commet screenshot 1
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  7. Status icon

    Status

     24 likes

    Status combines a private messenger, secure crypto wallet, and Ethereum Web3 DApp browser into one powerful communication tool. Chat with friends and growing communities. Buy, sell, store, and exchange digital assets.

    180 Status alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • iPhone
    • F-Droid
    • OpenAPK
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    • European Union flagEU
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  9. Dino icon

    Dino

     23 likes

    Dino is a modern open-source chat client for the desktop. It focuses on providing a clean and reliable Jabber/XMPP experience while having your privacy in mind. Using GTK+/Vala.

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    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
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    • European Union flagEU
    Dino screenshot 1
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  10. Fractal icon

    Fractal

     15 likes

    Fractal is a Matrix messaging app for GNOME written in Rust. Its interface is optimized for collaboration in large groups, such as free software projects.

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    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • GNOME
    • Flatpak
    • Linux Mobile
    Fractal screenshot 1
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  11. Nerimity icon

    Nerimity

     18 likes

    Open-source chat platform providing community-focused group messaging, video calls, profile customization with animated avatars, custom emojis, tags, post creation, discovery of communities, and full source code access on GitHub. Entirely donation-funded.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Profile Interface [PC - 2025]
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  12. Recline.social icon

    Recline.social

     6 likes

    Private community chat with end-to-end encrypted channels and DMs, WebRTC calls, and signup without an email address or phone number.

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    • Online
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Main page after registration
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  13. VoltChat icon

    VoltChat

     3 likes

    An ad-free, theme-able, chatting platform built for privacy and security while offering a huge feature set including bot support, moderation, voice calls, screen sharing, video, embeds and many other features, it's built to be reliable and self-hosted while still allowing...

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    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Windows
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    • Online
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    VoltChat screenshot 1
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  15. Sloga icon

    Sloga

     7 likes

    Free, privacy-focused chat platform for gaming communities offering servers, channels, roles, low-latency voice, video, screen sharing, 5GB uploads, message translation, end-to-end encrypted DMs and calls, forum features, calendar events, and no paid tiers.

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    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • Google Chrome
    • US flagUnited States
    Server chat
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