

About Element
Element is a glossy, web-based Matrix collaboration client designed for real-time communication and secure collaboration. It delivers robust features such as default end-to-end encryption, federation, and flexible deployment choices including self-hosted, fully managed cloud, or custom sovereign options. With advanced admin controls, voice and video conferencing, and interoperability based on the open Matrix standard, Element caters to governments, enterprises, and public sectors.
Key Features
- End-to-end encryption by default
- Decentralized and federated network
- Flexible deployment options (self-hosted, cloud, sovereign)
- Built on the open Matrix standard for interoperability
- Customizable administration and collaboration tools
Pricing
€5 per user/month (paid annually)
- ✓Fully managed cloud-based service
- ✓Enhanced admin controls
- ✓Supports Single Sign-On
€10 per user/month (paid annually)
- ✓Self-hosted or fully managed options
- ✓Auditing & reporting for compliance
- ✓Custom DNS and Group Sync for access control
Priced per deployment
- ✓Nationwide scalability
- ✓Antivirus/Content scanner
- ✓Custom mobile push gateway
- ✓Dedicated identity server
- ✓Branded mobile app (min 5K users)
Summary
Element empowers organizations with a secure, decentralized communication platform built on the Matrix standard, offering flexible deployment modalities and a comprehensive suite of features to ensure trusted, real-time collaboration.
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