---
type: entity
title: Element
tags: [software, chat-client, matrix, matrix-client, communication]
related: [matrix, element-classic, matrix-home-server]
created: 2026-06-30
updated: 2026-06-30
sources: ["output/rz_uni_greifswald_de_dienste_allgemein_instant_messaging_chat_matrix.md", "output/rz_uni_greifswald_de_dienste_allgemein_instant_messaging_chat_matrix_anmelden.md"]
---

# Element

**Element** is the recommended client software for accessing the [[matrix]] communication platform at the Universität Greifswald. While any Matrix-compatible client can be used to connect to the university's home server, Element is the officially supported choice for users.

It is available in the following forms:
- Desktop application
- Mobile application
- Web-based client provided by the URZ

## Configuration for University Use

When configuring Element for the university's infrastructure, the following settings apply:

- **Home Server**: Must be set to `matrix.uni-greifswald.de`.
- **Authentication**: Users should select "Continue with Shibboleth" to log in with their university credentials.

### Mobile Device Requirements
For mobile devices, [[element-classic]] is specifically required to maintain compatibility with the Shibboleth authentication flow.