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Matrix Specification

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WHY YOU NEED THIS

Matrix spec versions are published at spec.matrix.org with a structured API index — the federated messaging alternative to XMPP.

What It Is

Open standard for decentralized real-time communication: Client-Server API, Server-Server federation, Application Services, and Push Gateway.

Taxonomy

By API: Client-Server · Server-Server · Application Service · Push · Identity · Room versions

Top-Level Categories

Client-Server APIServer-Server federationApplication Service APIPush GatewayRoom version specs

Master Catalog

Matrix specification

Sub-Indexes & Guides

Client-Server API

Rundown Standards Body

Matrix.org Foundation

Non-profit foundation that stewards the Matrix open standard for decentralized real-time communication. Publishes the Matrix Specification including Client-Server API, Server-Server Federation API, Application Service API, and Push API. Element (formerly Riot) is the reference client.

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Matrix

Matrix is the modern alternative to XMPP for federated messaging: bridges to Discord/Slack/WhatsApp, end-to-end encryption by default, and full decentralization. Used by the German government, French public sector, and Mozilla.

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