get your [matrix] server with batteries included

Matrix is an end-to-end encrypted, operator independent chat platform, integrated with other messengers. We install, configure, and maintain YOUR Matrix homeserver, on your conditions.

also offered in: Deutsch, Русский

By default you will benefit from end-to-end encryption, operator independency, admin panel, working audio/video calls, automatic certificate management, firewall, intrusion prevention and backups
and optionally 16 bridges, 11 non-matrix components, 3 client apps without any extra fee (and 13 additional components with subscription).

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etke.cc - Get YOUR [matrix] homeserver according to YOUR needs

Homeservers installed: 171, get the #172, or read what customers think. And there are some case studies of organizations that adopted matrix.

Who needs it?

People
  • ... tired of lots of messengers
  • ... worrying about personal data and privacy
  • ... wish for secure, encrypted messenger under their control (even in the EU!)
and people that want their matrix homeserver, but have no knowledge how to configure and maintain it or just don't want to do that.
Organizations

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What customers think about us

Companies tend to cherry-pick only the good reviews to put on their corporate websites.
It's misleading and unfair, so we won't do that.
instead, we advise you to:
  • search for "etke.cc matrix hosting" using your favorite search engine e.g. google, bing, duckduckgo or Swisscows
  • or check all of our reviews on an unmoderated 3rd party website, like our payment processor ko-fi.com

We're confident you'll like what you see!

😎 become one of them

Case Studies

Reidel Law Firm

Read case study

[...] After a review of available options and what would be best for our Firm’s use case, we decided to utilize the Matrix protocol with the Element client for our secure, encrypted chat platform. The Matrix protocol allows for a decentralized communications platform which is also fully encrypted (even us, as the server host, cannot read encrypted messages sent within Matrix or on our server) and allows for flexibility for our clients to engage us in a multitude of apps or outside platforms. Within Matrix we can host public and private chats, encrypted video and voice calls, bridge other chat platforms such as Telegram, Whatsapp, Signal, IRC, and even SMS...

Read more on the company announcement

🐣 get your own [matrix] server

We can setup and configure Matrix homeserver and components on your own VPS/VM/bare metal server/old laptop in the corner of your room (literally).

How does that setup work?
  1. We discuss with you what exactly you want to receive, including bridge-specific config options
  2. You provide us SSH access to a server that will be used for matrix homeserver, our public key: https://etke.cc/ssh.key
  3. We configure your server and your Matrix homeserver
  4. We send you matrix homeserver’s admin credentials (change your password) and links, notices, etc. for later usage
  5. We invite you to the updates room, where we inform you with news and updates about components, used by the matrix homeserver stack

Pricing


We install and configure your matrix homeserver with desired options


We constantly maintain and update your server (including host and matrix updates & configuration)


We provide a full-featured email service for your domain (you@yourdomain.com), based on Migadu

Why prices are ridiculously low? All prices are based on Pay What You Want model with a minimal (floor) price set and we encourage you to pay more if you want.

1. Server details

To setup a matrix server, we need to know the following information (and yes, email is for your matrix server, used to obtain SSL certificates, and as fallback contact method if matrix message is not an option).

2. Client Apps

[matrix] is open protocol, so there are different client apps you can use with your homeserver. We provide following web clients out of the box so you don't need to install anything.

A Matrix client where you can enjoy the conversation using simple, elegant and secure interface. The most beautiful app.
A Matrix client where you can enjoy the conversation using simple, elegant and secure interface. The most beautiful app.

A glossy web client with an emphasis on performance and usability. All new matrix features implemented in that app first.
A glossy web client with an emphasis on performance and usability. All new matrix features implemented in that app first.

Web client focusing on personal messaging, performance, offline usage and wide browser support, including mobile! Experimental app, lacks features.
Web client focusing on personal messaging, performance, offline usage and wide browser support, including mobile! Experimental app, lacks features.

3. Components

You can extend your homeserver with bridges to different chat networks and additional "non-Matrix" components.

Bridges

all bridges configured in double-puppeting mode by default

Additional services

most part of the components below doesn’t have integration with matrix

Additional options for Maintenance and Turnkey subscribers

Even a domain is not required. We provide you a subdomain, with a Hetzner VPS of your choice, Migadu Email Service for your domain/subdomain, and setup the matrix server.

How does the turnkey setup work?
  1. We discuss with you what exactly you want to receive, including bridge-specific config options
  2. You subscribe to one of the Turnkey membership options
  3. (Your domain) We send you two lists of DNS entries (one for matrix, the second one for email)
  4. (Your domain) You set the entries in your domain management dashboard
  5. We invite you to the updates room with news and updates about components, used by the matrix homeserver stack
  6. We send you an onboarding list with all links, credentials, and notes

Pricing


good for 100 or fewer users

  • Server maintenance
  • Email services for your domain
  • Hosting: 1vCPU, 2GB RAM, 20GB SSD, 20TB traffic
  • Backups: daily, 7 days retention

good for 1000 or fewer users

  • Server maintenance
  • Email services for domain
  • Hosting: 2vCPU, 4GB RAM, 40GB SSD, 20TB traffic
  • Backups: daily, 7 days retention

good for a LOT of users

  • Server maintenance
  • Email services for domain
  • Hosting: 2vCPU, 8GB RAM, 80GB SSD, 20TB traffic
  • Backups: daily, 7 days retention
Why prices are ridiculously low? All prices are based on Pay What You Want model with a minimal (floor) price set and we encourage you to pay more if you want.

1. Server details

To setup a matrix server, we need to know the following information (and yes, email is for your matrix server, used to obtain SSL certificates, and as fallback contact method if matrix message is not an option).

2. Client Apps

[matrix] is open protocol, so there are different client apps you can use with your homeserver. We provide following web clients out of the box so you don't need to install anything.

A Matrix client where you can enjoy the conversation using simple, elegant and secure interface. The most beautiful app.
A Matrix client where you can enjoy the conversation using simple, elegant and secure interface. The most beautiful app.

A glossy web client with an emphasis on performance and usability. All new matrix features implemented in that app first.
A glossy web client with an emphasis on performance and usability. All new matrix features implemented in that app first.

Web client focusing on personal messaging, performance, offline usage and wide browser support, including mobile! Experimental app, lacks features.
Web client focusing on personal messaging, performance, offline usage and wide browser support, including mobile! Experimental app, lacks features.

3. Components

You can extend your homeserver with bridges to different chat networks and additional "non-Matrix" components.

Bridges

all bridges configured in double-puppeting mode by default

Additional services

most part of the components below doesn’t have integration with matrix

Additional options for Maintenance and Turnkey subscribers

Consultation $100/hour

Online video call with an etke.cc developer where we try to help you solve any matrix-related issue or question. This is a prepaid service, buy it before the call, please.

Why prices are ridiculously low? All prices are based on Pay What You Want model with a minimal (floor) price set and we encourage you to pay more if you want.

In case of any questions, don't hesitate to contact us!