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Matrix pricing

Matrix is free to use.

FreeChecked Nov 12, 2026 against matrix.org

Plans and prices

Starts at
Free
Free plan
The protocol is free to use, and the Foundation runs a free public matrix.org homeserver with usage limits on attachments and data.
Free trial
None listed
Free$0Matrix.org homeserver account: 10MB per attachment and 100MB of uploads per 24 hours, up to 500MB per 28 days.

Read from matrix.org on Nov 12, 2026. Prices change, so confirm with Matrix before you buy.

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Matrix pricing questions

Is Matrix free?

Yes. Matrix is free to use. The protocol is free to use, and the Foundation runs a free public matrix.org homeserver with usage limits on attachments and data.

How much does Matrix cost?

Matrix lists one plan. Free: $0. Prices were read from matrix.org on Nov 12, 2026.

When were Matrix's prices last checked?

On Nov 12, 2026, against matrix.org. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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