Replaces
Slack Pro
Save
7.25 €/mo
87 €/year saved
What is Element?
Element is the most popular client for the Matrix communication protocol. It provides a Slack-like messaging experience with end-to-end encryption, threads, spaces (organized groups of rooms), and voice/video calling.
Key Features
End-to-end encryption
Threads & spaces
Voice & video calls
Rich message formatting
File sharing
Cross-platform
Why Self-Host Element?
Self-hosting Element alongside Matrix Synapse gives you a complete communication platform under your control. All messages and files stay on your infrastructure.
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Element vs Slack Pro
| Feature | Element (Self-hosted) | Slack Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Annual cost | €20/yr (Seed.box Premium) | 87 €/year |
| Data ownership | 100% yours | Their servers |
| Privacy | Complete privacy | Data collection |
| Vendor lock-in | None - export anytime | Difficult migration |
| Storage limit | Your server capacity | Plan-dependent |
Slack Pro limitations:
- Per-user pricing
- Message history limits on free
- Data on Slack servers
- No federation
