synapse — Synapse is an open-source Matrix homeserver implementation maintained by Element, providing a secure and interoperable real-time communication server.

Synapse is an open-source Matrix homeserver implementation maintained by Element, providing a secure and interoperable real-time communication server.

About this project

Synapse is a reference homeserver implementation for the Matrix open standard, designed for secure and interoperable real-time communications. It is written primarily in Python using the Twisted framework, with components implemented in Rust. Key features and deployment options include: - Standalone Installation: Supports manual installation and configuration, including federation and reverse proxy setups. - Element Server Suite (ESS): Available as part of a managed distribution with different editions for community, professional, and specialized health-sector use cases. - Open Standard: Implements the Matrix protocol to enable communication across different servers and clients. - Licensing: Dual-licensed under the GNU Affero General Public License (AGPL) or a commercial license from Element.