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What is Slack?

Slack is a cloud-based service designed to improve collaboration on projects and facilitate communication within teams, specifically aiming to promote seamless interactions within businesses. It provides a comprehensive suite of tools and services all in one place, allowing for private channels that foster interaction among smaller groups, direct messaging to quickly convey information to colleagues, and public channels that facilitate conversations among members from various organizations. Compatible with multiple operating systems, including Mac, Windows, Android, and iOS, Slack offers an extensive range of features such as chat functions, file sharing, collaborative environments, instant notifications, two-way audio and video communication, screen sharing, document imaging, and activity tracking, among others. The platform's intuitive interface and diverse integration capabilities contribute to its popularity among teams striving to boost their productivity and enhance communication. Furthermore, users appreciate Slack's ability to streamline workflows and keep everyone connected, making it an essential tool for modern workplaces.

What is Element?

Element serves as a robust communications platform emphasizing security, founded on the decentralized and end-to-end encrypted Matrix protocol. By facilitating seamless collaboration among your teams, it enhances productivity and overall job satisfaction while ensuring that you retain full control over your data. With features that allow video conferencing and instant messaging, Element transforms traditional communication methods, akin to modern email solutions. Additionally, it offers integration with platforms like Slack, MS Teams, and WhatsApp for greater connectivity. For environments requiring heightened security, Element can be configured to operate within secure borders, cross-domain gateways, or even in completely air-gapped setups. Thanks to its Matrix foundation, the decentralized architecture eliminates any single point of failure, making it an ideal choice for critical applications. To ensure complete data sovereignty, you can deploy Element within your own data center or on-premises. Alternatively, you can opt for our fully managed secure Element Cloud setup, tailored to your preferred region. According to Forrester, Element is particularly suitable for organizations that value flexibility, federation, and data ownership. We invite you to reach out and discover how Element can transform your business communications and enhance your operational security.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

EcholoN
GitHub
HiBob
Jira
Jitsi
Microsoft Teams
Symmetrical
Appspace
BetterCloud
FAQPRIME
Formly
GPTBots.ai
Infraspeak
Lyftrondata
Mindspun
Najar
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SuperQuiz
Upwork
iRise

Integrations Supported

EcholoN
GitHub
HiBob
Jira
Jitsi
Microsoft Teams
Symmetrical
Appspace
BetterCloud
FAQPRIME
Formly
GPTBots.ai
Infraspeak
Lyftrondata
Mindspun
Najar
Q:chi ) Affiniti
SuperQuiz
Upwork
iRise

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$6.67 per user per month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

$5 Per Monthly Active User
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Salesforce

Date Founded

1999

Company Location

United States

Company Website

slack.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

Element

Date Founded

2017

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

element.io

Categories and Features

Collaboration

Brainstorming
Calendar Management
Chat / Messaging
Contact Management
Content Management
Document Management
Project Management
Real Time Editing
Task Management
Version Control
Video Conferencing

Employee Communication Tools

Activity / News Feed
Audio / Video Conferencing
Blogs
Chat / Messaging
Employee Directory
Event Calendar
File Sharing
Knowledge Management
Newsletter Management
Surveys & Feedback

Internal Communications

App Integration
Blogs
Chat/Messaging
Email Management
Employee Directory
Event Calendar
Newsletter Management
Photo Gallery
Social Sharing
Survey Management
Telephony
Video Chat
Voice Chat

Messaging

End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling

Remote Work

Collaboration
Credential Management
Electronic Signature
Employee Monitoring
Live Chat
Meeting Management
Project Management
Remote Access
Remote Support
Screen Sharing
Softphone
Task Management
Time Zone Tracking
Video Chat
Web Conferencing

Screen Sharing

Annotations / Drawing Tools
Desktop / Browser Sharing
Mobile Screen Sharing
Presenter Control Management
Remote Control
Screen Capture
Screen Mirroring
Screen Recording

Team Chat

End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling

Team Communication

Activity / News Feed
Audio Calls
Calendar Management
Chat / Messaging
Discussion Threads
File Sharing
Mobile Access
Push Notifications
Search
Surveys & Feedback
Task Management
Video Conferencing

Unified Communications

Audio / Video Conferencing
Calendar Management
Call Recording
Call Routing
Chat / Messaging
Fax Management
File Sharing
Mobile Access
Multi-User Collaboration
Voice Mail

Video Conferencing

Electronic Hand Raising
Mobile Access
On-Demand Webcasting
Presentation Streaming
Presentation Tools
Private Chat
Real-Time Chat
Record & Playback Ability
Screen Sharing
Two-Way Audio & Video
Video Conferencing
Whiteboard

Web Conferencing

Electronic Hand Raising
Mobile Access
On-Demand Webcasting
Presentation Streaming
Presentation Tools
Private Chat
Real-Time Chat
Record & Playback Ability
Screen Sharing
Two-Way Audio & Video
Video Conferencing
Whiteboard

Categories and Features

Employee Communication Tools

Activity / News Feed
Audio / Video Conferencing
Blogs
Chat / Messaging
Employee Directory
Event Calendar
File Sharing
Knowledge Management
Newsletter Management
Surveys & Feedback

Internal Communications

App Integration
Blogs
Chat/Messaging
Email Management
Employee Directory
Event Calendar
Newsletter Management
Photo Gallery
Social Sharing
Survey Management
Telephony
Video Chat
Voice Chat

Messaging

End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling

Team Chat

End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling

Team Communication

Activity / News Feed
Audio Calls
Calendar Management
Chat / Messaging
Discussion Threads
File Sharing
Mobile Access
Push Notifications
Search
Surveys & Feedback
Task Management
Video Conferencing

Video Conferencing

Electronic Hand Raising
Mobile Access
On-Demand Webcasting
Presentation Streaming
Presentation Tools
Private Chat
Real-Time Chat
Record & Playback Ability
Screen Sharing
Two-Way Audio & Video
Video Conferencing
Whiteboard

Web Conferencing

Electronic Hand Raising
Mobile Access
On-Demand Webcasting
Presentation Streaming
Presentation Tools
Private Chat
Real-Time Chat
Record & Playback Ability
Screen Sharing
Two-Way Audio & Video
Video Conferencing
Whiteboard

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