Element

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Meetings · Vendor site 2026-10-04

Element is a Matrix-based encrypted messenger and collaboration app for web, desktop, and mobile. Teams can self-host Element Server Suite or purchase Enterprise and Sovereign deployments with Synapse Pro scaling and compliance features.

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Category: Meetings
Free access: Community self-hosted Element Server Suite Community edition is free of charge for non-professional deployments and evaluations.
API access: Matrix open standard APIs underpin interoperability; Enterprise tiers add corporate management capabilities.

Is Element right for you?

A good fit for

Organizations requiring end-to-end encrypted Matrix chat with self-hosting, air-gapped, or managed deployment options.

Before you choose

Enterprise and Sovereign tiers are priced per seat or per deployment via sales rather than published USD monthly self-serve rates.

Secure Matrix collaboration

Element markets decentralized, encrypted communications with professional Synapse Pro options for scaling, compliance, and corporate oversight.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

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Capability	Value	Evidence	Checked
Encryption	Homepage metadata describes Element as a Matrix-based end-to-end encrypted messenger and collaboration app.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Deployment modes	Pricing contrasts Community, Enterprise, and Sovereign self-hosted or air-gapped Element Server Suite options.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04

Understand the total cost

Element pricing & plans

Community

Free

Free Element Server Suite Community for non-professional deployments and evaluations.

Homeserver: Includes Synapse Community edition and Element Call in the community offering.

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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

What is Element used for?

Does Element have a free plan?

Community self-hosted Element Server Suite Community edition is free of charge for non-professional deployments and evaluations.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.

How much does Element cost?

No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use Element through an API?

Matrix open standard APIs underpin interoperability; Enterprise tiers add corporate management capabilities.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

Enterprise and Sovereign tiers are priced per seat or per deployment via sales rather than published USD monthly self-serve rates.

Price history

No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.

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