Element is an open-source messaging client that is built on top of the Matrix protocol. It enables communication across various platforms by using end-to-end encryption. In this tutorial, you will learn how to install Element on Kali Linux latest.
Before we start installing Element, ensure that you have the following:
Open your Kali Linux terminal by clicking on the “Terminal” icon, or by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+T shortcut key.
Update your Kali Linux system to its latest version by running the command below:
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade
Install the dirmngr package by running the following command:
sudo apt install dirmngr
Import the GPG key for Element by running the command below:
sudo apt-key adv --keyserver keyserver.ubuntu.com --recv-keys 7B2C3B0889BF5709A105DFFBCC247A1C252A09A5
Verify that the key has been imported successfully by running the command below:
sudo apt-key adv --list-public-keys --with-fingerprint --with-colons 7B2C3B0889BF5709A105DFFBCC247A1C252A09A5 | grep fpr | cut -d: -f10
You should see the following output:
A1C252A09A5
Add the Element repository to your Kali Linux system by running the command below:
echo "deb https://packages.riot.im/debian/ $(lsb_release -cs) main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/riot.list
Update your system by running the following command:
sudo apt update
Install the Element package by running the following command:
sudo apt install element-desktop
Once the installation is complete, you can launch Element by searching for it in the application menu or by running the command below:
element-desktop
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Element on your Kali Linux system. You can now enjoy secure messaging with your contacts.
If you want to self-host in an easy, hands free way, need an external IP address, or simply want your data in your own hands, give IPv6.rs a try!
Alternatively, for the best virtual desktop, try Shells!
