Join Matrix and Find Monero DACH
The German-speaking Monero community is waiting. Here's how to find them.
$ cat what_is_matrix.txt
Matrix = Decentralized chat protocol
Element = Most popular Matrix client
Rooms = Like Discord servers or Telegram groups
End-to-end encryption possible
$ [1/5] element --install
iOS: App Store → "Element"
Android: Play Store / F-Droid → "Element"
Desktop: element.io/download
Web: app.element.io (no installation)
$ [2/5] account --create
Open Element and tap "Create account"
Server: matrix.org (default, free)
Or: monero.social (Monero community server)
Username: Choose freely (becomes @user:server.org)
Password: Strong and unique
Email: Optional (for password reset)
$ [3/5] security --setup-keys
Element asks for security setup
Choose "Set up with a Security Key"
Store the key securely (like a seed phrase)
This key decrypts old messages on new devices
$ [4/5] room --search "Monero DACH"
Tap "+" or the compass icon
Select "Explore public rooms"
Search: "Monero DACH" or "Monero German"
Direct link: #monero-dach:monero.social
$ [5/5] room --join
Tap on the room "Monero DACH"
Click "Join"
Read the room rules (if any)
Introduce yourself if you like
Welcome to the community!
More Interesting Rooms
$ room --list --topic monero
#monero:monero.social - Main community (EN)
#monero-community:monero.social - General chat
#monero-markets:monero.social - Market discussions
#monero-dev:monero.social - Developers
#monero-mining:monero.social - Mining
#haveno:haveno.network - Haveno DEX