Element
Element is a UK-based secure messaging platform built on the open Matrix protocol. Used by European governments and enterprises, it offers end-to-end encryption and decentralized federation as an alternative to Slack and Microsoft Teams.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
United Kingdom
HQ City
London
Founded
2017
EU Headquartered
No
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
GB
Ultimate Parent
Element Services Ltd
Data Hosting
mixed
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
AI Trains on User Data
no
GDPR Status
compliant
DSA Designation
na
Carbon Neutral
unknown
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
partial
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on August 2, 2026
Corporate Lineage
2017
Founded
New Vector Limited (now Element) incorporated to support the Matrix protocol.
2020
Rebrand
Riot.im rebranded to Element to align with the core product focus.
2021
Series B Funding
Raised $30 million to accelerate development of secure collaboration tools.
2023
German BWI contract
Selected to provide a secure messaging platform for the German Bundeswehr.