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Fractal
Chat on Matrix
by The Fractal Team
Official site: flathub.org
About Fractal
Fractal is a Matrix messaging app for GNOME written in Rust. Its interface is optimized for
collaboration in large groups, such as free software projects, and will fit all screens, big or small.
Highlights:
Find rooms to discuss your favorite topics, or talk privately to people, securely thanks to end-to-end encryption
Send rich formatted messages, files, or your current location
Reply to specific messages, react with emoji, mention users or rooms, edit or remove messages
View images, and play audio and video directly in the conversation
See who has read messages, and who is typing
Log into multiple accounts at once (with Single-Sign On support)
How to install Fractal
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub org.gnome.Fractal
- Open Fractal once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fractal free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Fractal is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Fractal from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.gnome.Fractal. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Fractal safe?
Fractal downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
