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Element como alternativa Linux a Telegram Desktop

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Element can replace Telegram Desktop for users who need end‑to‑end encrypted group chats, persistent history, and integrated video calls. It is ideal for teams and communities that already use Matrix or want a single account across desktop and mobile. However, it lacks the lightweight, dedicated bot ecosystem and the simple, native Telegram experience that casual users rely on. For power users who value customization and federation, Element is a solid choice.

Cobertura de funciones70%
Licencia
AGPL-3.0-only OR GPL-3.0-only
Precio
Gratis
Última versión
1.12.32 (16 de octubre de 2026)
Valoración
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Captura de pantalla de Element
Element logged-in frontend

Lo que funciona igual

  • End‑to‑end encrypted messaging
  • Group chats with unlimited history
  • Cross‑device sync via same account
  • Desktop notifications
  • Voice and video calls

Lo que cambia

  • No native Telegram bot API; Element uses Matrix bots instead
  • No built‑in support for Telegram‑specific features like secret chats or channel subscriptions
  • No support for Telegram's large media file handling shortcuts
  • No direct integration with Telegram's cloud storage
  • Telegram’s lightweight, single‑process architecture vs Element’s heavier Matrix stack

Abrir tus archivos de Telegram Desktop

Telegram Desktop stores chats in a local SQLite database and media in a local folder. Element does not read or write these files directly. To migrate, you must export chats from Telegram (using the export feature) and import them into a Matrix-compatible format, which is not automated. Media files can be manually copied, but the chat history will need manual reconstruction.

Pasar de Telegram Desktop a Element, paso a paso

  1. Export chats from Telegram Desktop via Settings → Advanced → Export chats
  2. Copy media files from Telegram’s local folder to a temporary location
  3. Install Element via Flatpak or native package
  4. Create a Matrix account or use an existing one
  5. Manually recreate rooms and import exported chat history using Element’s import tools or a third‑party script

Funciones clave de Element

  • Chat y llamadas con cifrado de extremo a extremo
  • Salas persistentes con historial ilimitado
  • Notificaciones y alertas de palabras clave personalizables
  • Integraciones de bots a través de la tienda de Element
  • Federación de Matrix para comunicación entre servidores
  • Compartir pantalla y videoconferencia con WebRTC
  • Los clientes de escritorio y móvil comparten la misma cuenta
  • Soporte para Wayland a través de Flatpak

Cómo instalar Element en Linux

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

Preguntas frecuentes

Does Element support Telegram bots?

No, Element uses Matrix bots, which are different from Telegram bots. You’ll need to find Matrix equivalents or create new bots.

Can I use the same account on both Element and Telegram Desktop?

No. Element uses Matrix credentials; Telegram uses its own account system. You can’t log into both with the same phone number or token.

Will Element handle my large media files from Telegram?

You can manually copy the media folder, but Element won’t automatically recognize or import those files into chat history. You’ll need to re‑attach them manually.

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