7.61K reviews
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Rated for 18+
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Content rating
Rated for 18+
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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
Sep 25, 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

7.33K reviews
KmStar
July 18, 2020
They just upgraded the app to a new name. When i opened the app i had to re-verify my current instance. Had i not backed up my recovery key would've lost access to encrypted chat msgs. Another issue. The newer ui doesn't have move room(prioritize, deprioritize) features and lacks an in-app search function. Some upgrades with certain downgrades. Hope, they improve.
78 people found this review helpful
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vesper
September 14, 2026
I was using it but i received a message that I have to verify my account and i don't know what that means but the message said that i will not be able to use the app anymore in a few weeks. This sucks to be honest, I feel compelled to uninstall it, weird stuff.
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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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What’s new

Add migration banner to Element X.