Communication · Open source
SchildiChat Next
SpiritCroc
Next-generation SchildiChat Matrix messenger based on Element X
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About SchildiChat Next
SchildiChat Next is a client for the matrix protocol, based on the Element X app.
Similarly to Element X, this SchildiChat Android rewrite should still be considered beta, as it lacks some functionality which one might expect from a fully-featured chat app, compared to the old SchildiChat implementation.
The matrix protocol is a decentralized approach to modern messaging, allowing you to select a server provider of your choice (or even self-host your own server), enabling you to communicate with end-to-end encryption, shared message history across multiple devices, and more.
SchildiChat is open source: https://github.com/SchildiChat/schildichat-android-next
More information about the Matrix protocol: https://matrix.org/
What's new in 0.11.4-ex_26_6_2
- Update codebase to Element X v26.06.2 - Handle matrix URIs in formatted messages - Bigger font for messages containing only custom emotes (same as for emoji-only messages) - Fix rendering inline image fallbacks in notifications, room list and replies
How to install SchildiChat Next
- Tap Download — the app's official page on F-Droid opens.
- Install it with the F-Droid app (recommended, for automatic updates), or use the download button on that page.
- If Android asks, allow the F-Droid app or your browser to install apps, then tap Install.
- Open SchildiChat Next from your app drawer.


