Matrix.org

An open network for secure, decentralised communication

Connect with anyone, anywhere through an open protocol that gives you control over your conversations and data.

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What is Matrix?

Matrix is an open standard for interoperable, decentralised, real-time communication over the Internet. It provides a way for anyone to communicate securely across different platforms and services—without being locked into a single vendor.

From individual users to large organisations, Matrix provides the tools for secure, private communication that you control.

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The Matrix Difference

True Privacy by Design

Not just end-to-end encrypted, but with cross-signed device verification and decentralised key management. No backdoors, no data harvesting, no surveillance.

Own Your Conversations

Host your own server or choose one you trust. No single corporation owns Matrix—it's a global open network where you control your data and who can access it.

One Network, Many Apps

Choose from dozens of compatible apps and servers built by the community. Matrix bridges to other platforms so you can reach everyone, everywhere.

Community Powered

Built by its community, for its community. An open, transparent project governed by the Matrix.org Foundation—not a corporate walled garden.

Built for everyone

Individuals & families

Chat securely with friends, family, and co-workers. Your conversations, on your terms, with full end-to-end encryption.

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Communities & organisations

Create a cozy, supercharged space for your community. Own your data, set your rules, and never lose access to your history.

Reclaim your Space

Element Call — a VoIP application built on Matrix

Developers & businesses

Build rich communication applications on an open standard. Full interoperability, no vendor lock-in, backed by a global ecosystem.

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Every Friday

This Week in Matrix

A community-curated weekly digest of the latest news, releases, and projects from across the Matrix ecosystem. Find out what's happening, discover new apps and servers, and share your own work in #thisweekin:matrix.org.

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