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Element (Riot) Desktop

Name: Element (Riot) Desktop
Author: Element

A glossy Matrix collaboration client.

Version 1.12.32 · by Element

Official site: riot.im

About Element (Riot) Desktop

Element (formerly known as Vector and Riot) is a Matrix web client built using the [Matrix React SDK](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk)

## Features

* Group chat

* VoIP and video calling

* File transfer

* Bridge networks

* Integrations

* End-to-end crypto.

How to install Element (Riot) Desktop

Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install element-riot-desktop
Open Element (Riot) Desktop once it finishes installing.

How to install Windows software with Chocolatey

Frequently asked questions

Is Element (Riot) Desktop free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to riot.im, the developer's official site, where Element (Riot) Desktop is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of Element (Riot) Desktop?

The version listed here is 1.12.32, published /Date(1792. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install Element (Riot) Desktop from the command line?

With Chocolatey, run: choco install element-riot-desktop. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is Element (Riot) Desktop safe?

Element (Riot) Desktop downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.