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Element vs Mastodon

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Overview
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Communication & Collab
Product
Element is a decentralized, end-to-end encrypted messaging platform built on the Matrix protocol for organizations requiring sovereign communications.
Decentralized, federated social network built on ActivityPub protocol offering privacy and portability.
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Berlin, Germany
Company size
51-200 employees
2-10 employees
Founded
2017
2016
Pricing details
Published rate
Free
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Free plan
Source updated
Oct 29, 2026
Oct 29, 2026

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