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What's an easy to use matrix messenger for family and friends? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 2 years ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Hi,

I'm searching for an "noob-proof" matrix messenger that is supposed to replace WhatsApp.

It should have E2EE enabled by default and a backup/restore function for contacts, chats and settings (preferably local backup, but nextcloud would be fine aswell).

It would be nice if you could also mention matrix clients that work on iOS, Linux and Windows as well (if there are any), since not all of my contacts use android or are always reachable per phone.

Happy to hear your recommendations and experiences.

Thank you!

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 11 months ago

Element? https://element.io/

[–] [email protected] 0 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Fluffy chat is by far the easiest as it behaves more like an Instant Messenger with less focus on groups which is what makes element confusing. There's also much easier key handling and verification across devices. For anyone using a mainstream app like WhatsApp, element is a mess...confusing as hell.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

As someone who uses Element, this is music to my ears. Great install choices too! (Links taken from fluffy.im, I'm just messing around with styling in the post)