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Element als Linux-Alternative zu Microsoft Teams (full desktop calling support)

Aktualisiert am 28. Oktober 2026

Unser Fazit

Element is a solid replacement for Microsoft Teams if your organization prioritizes privacy and open standards over deep Office 365 integration. It handles video and voice calls, screen sharing, persistent messaging, and group rooms reliably. Cross-platform sync works well, and Matrix federation allows communication across different servers. However, it lacks real-time document collaboration like Teams with Office Online. Best suited for teams already using or willing to adopt decentralized communication, especially those not dependent on Microsoft's ecosystem.

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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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Screenshot von Element — Element logged-in frontend

Was gleich funktioniert

Supports persistent group and direct messaging with full history
Offers WebRTC-based video and voice calls with screen sharing
Provides desktop, mobile, and web clients with account sync
Enables bot integrations and keyword mentions for workflow automation
Works across Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS

Was anders ist

No built-in real-time document collaboration (e.g., shared Word or Excel editing)
Lacks native integration with OneDrive or SharePoint for file storage
User management and admin controls are less developed for large enterprises
Fewer third-party app integrations compared to Teams' ecosystem
Does not import Teams chat history or user directories directly

Ihre Microsoft Teams (full desktop calling support)-Dateien öffnen

Element does not support opening Microsoft Teams-specific files or chat exports. Files shared in Element are standard attachments and can be downloaded normally, but there is no migration path for Teams chat logs, meeting recordings, or OneNote notebooks. If documents were shared via Teams and stored in OneDrive, they must be manually downloaded and re-uploaded to Element. No tool exists to convert Teams workspace data to Matrix rooms.

Von Microsoft Teams (full desktop calling support) zu Element wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

Install Element via Flathub or official package for your distribution
Create a new account or link to an existing Matrix server
Invite team members and create dedicated rooms per project or team
Set up bots for notifications, reminders, or CI/CD if needed
Migrate important files manually by downloading and re-uploading them
Train users on room organization, notifications, and calling features

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

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Häufige Fragen

Can Element do screen sharing on Linux?

Yes, Element supports screen sharing on Linux via WebRTC with PipeWire. It works reliably under Wayland when launched with the correct flags, especially when installed via Flatpak.

Does Element support end-to-end encryption?

Yes, Element uses the Matrix protocol with optional end-to-end encryption for both messages and calls, ensuring secure communication when enabled.

Can I use Element with colleagues outside my organization?

Yes, thanks to Matrix federation, you can communicate with users on other Matrix servers, similar to how email works across domains.