Element vs. Microsoft Teams Classic: eine gute Linux-Alternative?

Element als Linux-Alternative zu Microsoft Teams Classic

Aktualisiert am 22. Oktober 2026

Unser Fazit

Element is a solid replacement for Microsoft Teams Classic if you prioritize open standards, privacy, and cross-platform sync. It covers core collaboration needs: persistent chat, encrypted video calls, screen sharing, and file exchange. Teams used to Microsoft’s interface may need time to adjust, and organizations relying on deep Office 365 integration will find gaps. Best for teams open to federated communication, self-hosting, or using Matrix-compatible services. Not ideal if you depend on SharePoint, Outlook calendar sync, or Teams-specific workflows.

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Lizenz: AGPL-3.0-only OR GPL-3.0-only
Preis: Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version: 1.12.32 (16. Oktober 2026)
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Was gleich funktioniert

Both support group and direct messaging with persistent chat history
Voice and video calls with screen sharing via WebRTC
Cross-platform clients (desktop and mobile) with sync
File sharing within chats and rooms
Customizable notifications and keyword mentions

Was anders ist

Element lacks native integration with Microsoft Office apps and SharePoint
No built-in calendar or email; relies on external tools
Bot and app ecosystem is smaller and less business-focused
User interface is different and may require onboarding
No direct migration path for Teams chat history or channels

Ihre Microsoft Teams Classic-Dateien öffnen

Element allows uploading and downloading files directly in chats, so documents shared via Microsoft Teams Classic can be manually re-uploaded. However, there's no automated way to import Teams chat history, channel files, or OneDrive/SharePoint links into Element. Files stored in Microsoft 365 must be exported or shared externally first. Once available as standalone files, they can be shared freely in Element rooms. Compatibility depends on file type, not the app.

Von Microsoft Teams Classic zu Element wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

Install Element via Flathub or official package for your distribution
Create a Matrix account or use an existing one with your organization’s server
Invite team members to join the same room or create topic-specific rooms
Set up notifications and keyword alerts for important mentions
Integrate useful bots from the Element store for tasks or automation
Migrate shared files manually by exporting from Teams and uploading to Element

Wichtige Funktionen von Element

End‑to‑Ende verschlüsselter Chat und Anrufe
Persistente Räume mit unbegrenzter Historie
Anpassbare Benachrichtigungen und Schlüsselwort‑Alarme
Bot‑Integrationen über den Element‑Store
Matrix‑Federation für serverübergreifende Kommunikation
Bildschirmfreigabe und WebRTC‑Videokonferenzen
Desktop- und Mobile‑Clients teilen dasselbe Konto
Wayland‑Support via Flatpak

Element unter Linux installieren

Flatpak (Flathub)flatpak install flathub im.riot.Riot

Häufige Fragen

Can Element replace Teams in a company using Microsoft 365?

Partially. Element handles chat, calls, and file sharing well, but lacks deep Office 365 integration. It works best if your team can use alternative tools for calendar and documents.

Is end-to-end encryption enabled by default in Element?

No. E2E encryption must be enabled per room. Rooms created as private default to encrypted, but public rooms are not encrypted unless manually configured.

Can I use Element with colleagues not on my server?

Yes. Matrix federation allows users from different servers to join the same room, similar to email. Anyone with a Matrix account can communicate across domains.