Element X - Secure Chat & Call

Element X represents the next generation of the Element messaging application, built on the Matrix protocol. It is developed by Element (formerly New Vector), a company founded by the creators of the Matrix protocol itself. As an open-source software project, the code is developed collaboratively by contributors worldwide, though the primary engineering and design direction originate from the United Kingdom and France.

The application is designed to provide secure, end-to-end encrypted communication for individuals, governments, and enterprises. Unlike traditional centralized apps, Element X is part of a decentralized ecosystem, allowing users to choose their own servers while maintaining interoperability across the Matrix network. The company behind it, Element, remains the primary commercial entity driving its development, offering managed hosting and enterprise support services.

Ownership and governance are tied closely to the Matrix.org Foundation, a non-profit entity that ensures the protocol remains open and independent. Element operates as the commercial arm that builds products atop this infrastructure, maintaining its headquarters in London while employing a distributed workforce across Europe and North America.