Deprecation Notice for Matrix Federation
Matrix federation is being deprecated. Rocket.Chat’s native, built-in federation will launch in August 2025, removing the need for a separate home server or PostgreSQL instance. Existing federated deployments will remain supported until that date. To join the early-access program, contact your CSM and review the roadmap webinar for details.
Rocket.Chat Federation uses the Matrix Federation Protocol (MFP) to connect servers and enable seamless communication with users on Matrix-compatible platforms such as Element.
Matrix bridges extend connectivity to other networks, allowing interactions across diverse platforms. For example, Element users can interact with Slack, Discord, or Rocket.Chat users via supported bridges.
For technical specifics, refer to the official Matrix documentation.
In this guide, you'll how to:
Deploy a Federated Rocket.Chat Workspace: Understand how to configure and launch a federated Rocket.Chat workspace.
Federation Access Control: Create allow and block lists to control which users or domains can connect with your workspace.
Matrix Bridge Configuration: Get insights into pre-defined Matrix Bridge configurations available for your workspace.