Element como alternativa Linux a WhatsApp Desktop
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Nuestra opinión
Element can replace WhatsApp Desktop for users who need an open‑source, cross‑platform messaging client with end‑to‑end encryption and integrated voice/video calls. It works on Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, and syncs messages across devices. However, it is not a direct one‑to‑one replacement for people who rely on WhatsApp’s tight mobile integration, native notification handling, or the specific WhatsApp ecosystem (e.g., status updates, broadcast lists).
- 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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Lo que funciona igual
- End‑to‑end encryption for all chats
- Voice and video call support via WebRTC
- Cross‑platform availability (desktop, mobile, web)
- File sharing and media viewing
- Desktop notifications
Lo que cambia
- No direct mirroring of a mobile WhatsApp account – requires a Matrix account
- No WhatsApp‑specific features like status updates or broadcast lists
- Different user interface and terminology (rooms vs. chats)
- No integration with WhatsApp contacts or phone number login
- No native support for WhatsApp Web export/import
Abrir tus archivos de WhatsApp Desktop
WhatsApp Desktop stores messages in a local SQLite database and media in a local folder. Element does not natively read or import this format; exporting from WhatsApp requires manual export via the mobile app (Chat > Export chat). Importing those files into Element is not supported.
Pasar de WhatsApp Desktop a Element, paso a paso
- Export each WhatsApp chat from the mobile app (Chat > Export chat) to a .txt or .zip file.
- Create a Matrix account on element.io or use an existing one.
- Install Element on Linux via Flatpak, Snap, or native package.
- Add the exported chats as notes or send them to a private room in Element to preserve the conversation history.
Funciones clave de Element
- Cifrado de extremo a extremo para todos los chats privados y grupales
- Soporte de llamadas de voz y video mediante WebRTC
- Organización basada en salas para temas y equipos
- Sincronización multiplataforma entre escritorio, móvil y web
- Integración con bots y servicios de terceros
- Soporte para compartir archivos y visualizar medios
- Alertas personalizables de notificaciones y palabras clave
- Soporte preliminar de Wayland para escritorios Linux modernos
Cómo instalar Element en Linux
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