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Element: Secure Messaging & Collaboration for Business
End-to-end encrypted team chat, voice, and video on the Matrix protocol — without vendor lock-in.
- Replaces
- Slack, Signal, Microsoft Teams
- Hosted plans
- Included in Better and Best · $25/mo on its own
- Self-hosted
- Any tier (Free includes up to 3 apps)
- Project
- element.io
Boost Productivity & Security with Federated Computer’s Element Integration
In today’s digital landscape, businesses need secure, decentralized messaging apps that protect sensitive communications while enhancing team collaboration. Federated Computer integrates Element, the leading encrypted messaging app built on the Matrix protocol, into its suite of productivity tools. With end-to-end encryption (E2EE), self-hosting capabilities, and seamless business chats, Element ensures your team communicates safely and efficiently—without vendor lock-in.
Why Element is the Best Chat App for Business
Secure & Private Communication
- End-to-end encryption messenger — All private chats and rooms are E2EE by default
- Self-hosted or federated servers — Maintain full control over your data
Powerful Business Collaboration
- Texting apps for PC, Mac, Linux, iOS & Android — Unified messaging across devices
- Threaded conversations (Spaces) — Organize team discussions efficiently
- File sharing, voice & video calls — All within a secure messaging app
Open Source & Decentralized
- No vendor lock-in — Interoperable with other Matrix-based texting applications
- Self-hosting friendly — Deploy on-premises or via Federated Computer’s infrastructure
How Element Helps Businesses Make More Money
- Reduces security risks — Protects sensitive business chats from breaches
- Enhances productivity — Combines chatting apps, video calls, and file sharing in one platform
- Lowers costs — Avoid expensive proprietary solutions like Slack or Teams
- Future-proof communication — Decentralized architecture ensures long-term flexibility
Element vs. Other Messaging Apps
| Feature | Element | Slack | Microsoft Teams | Discord |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| End-to-end encryption | ✔ Yes (default) | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Self-hosting | ✔ Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Open-source | ✔ Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Federation | ✔ Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Business-ready | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ❌ Limited |