7.58K reviews
Content rating
PEGI 18
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Content rating
PEGI 18
Extreme Violence
Users Interact, Shares Location
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About this app

Element Classic is the previous-generation of Element mobile app. Friends, family and communities should use the free and open source Element X app which is faster, easier to use, and more powerful. New users of public sector organisations, enterprises and professional teams users should use the Element Pro app that is built for work and organisations. Element Classic is available at least until the end of 2025 and will receive critical security updates but no further enhancements or new features.

The application requires the android.permission.REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES permission to enable the installation of applications received as attachments, ensuring seamless and convenient access to new software within the app.

The application requires the USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT permission to ensure our users can effectively receive call notifications even when their devices are locked.
Previous generation Element
Updated on
Jul 21, 2026

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
  • This app may share these data types with third parties
    Location, Messages and 7 others
  • This app may collect these data types
    App activity, App info and performance, and Device or other IDs
  • Data is encrypted in transit
  • You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

7.3K reviews
Nagre F
June 20, 2026
I like chatting on Matrix every now and then, it's especially great for groups with high security ambitions. While there are more user friendly apps, none of the traditional messengers are supporting Matrix like Element. An upgrade to the new release under the name X has been overdue for years! So I'm happy it's finally stable and polished.
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David Chavarro
August 22, 2026
This app crashes on startup after logging in. I have attempted clearing the cache, storage, and reinstalling the app.
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John Doe
August 6, 2026
When changing profile picture, the check mark to confirm picture goes to very top of phone screen and can not be touched.
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What’s new

Security fix.