Extera is a feature-rich Matrix client based on FluffyChat. It supports private and group messaging, encrypted conversations, voice and video calls, file sharing, moderation tools and extensive interface customisation.
The application adds several features beyond its upstream project, including integrated message translation, an image editor, profile banners and Rich Presence support.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Send and receive text, images, videos, voice messages, files and polls.
- End-to-end encryption using Matrix’s libvodozemac implementation.
- Encrypted key backups, emoji verification and cross-signing.
- One-to-one voice and video calls.
- Group calls compatible with Element Call and powered by LiveKit.
- Share geographical locations with an integrated map preview.
- Organise conversations using Matrix Spaces.
- Room administration and comprehensive moderation tools.
- Custom emotes and stickers.
- Integrated message translation.
- Built-in image editor.
- Customisable profiles with biography, banner and Rich Presence support.
- Customisable colour schemes and seed colours.
- Dark and AMOLED display modes.
- Material You interface inspired by Material 3 Expressive.
- Push and desktop notifications.
Website: github.com/ExteraApp/Extera
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Developer: ExteraApp
License: GNU Affero General Public License v3.0
Extera is written in Dart. Learn Dart with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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