Your community. Your connection. Elvuro.

Experience modern communication with Elvuro. Chat with your friends, discover communities and stay connected everywhere – on your desktop or directly in your browser.

There is no dedicated app for your device – Elvuro runs directly in your browser. You can find installation files for other devices under Downloads.

Screenshot of the Elvuro web version: a server with text channels, voice channels, chat history and member list
Real screenshot of the Elvuro web version – with sample content (the app interface shown is in German).

Features

Everything your community needs

These features are already built into Elvuro and can be used in the web version.

Messages

Direct messages and group chats in real time – with replies, reactions, threads, files, pinning and Markdown.

Communities

Create your own servers with categories, text and voice channels, roles and invite links. Plus forums, announcements, events and groups.

Voice & video

Voice channels, video calls and screen sharing. Media is sent encrypted via WebRTC directly between participants.

Friends

Friends list with requests and online status – so you can see right away who is around.

Notifications

Mentions, unread messages and desktop notifications that you allow yourself in your browser.

Security & privacy

Passwords stored only as bcrypt hashes, optional two-factor sign-in, an overview of your signed-in devices, optional email, no tracking cookies.

Personalisation

Dark, Light, Midnight or System themes, your own accent colour and background, profile picture, banner and badges.

Use it your way

As a Windows app or directly in your browser – the web version is designed for PC, tablet and smartphone.

Bots & developers

Developer portal with secure bot tokens and SDKs for JavaScript and Python. Your bots run on your own computer or server.

No installation

Elvuro right in your browser

Want to get started right away? No problem! Open Elvuro directly in your browser and connect with your community – without installing the desktop app first.

  • No download needed
  • Account with username and password – email optional
  • Designed for PC, tablet and smartphone
Open Elvuro in your browser now (opens in a new tab)

Address: https://app.elvuro.de

Web version online

Download

Elvuro for your devices

As an app on your Windows PC or Android device – or with no installation directly in your browser, also on iPhone and iPad.

Elvuro for Windows

Desktop app for Windows

Your device
Platform
Windows

The Windows file is not available on this website right now. Until then, you can use Elvuro directly in your browser.

Elvuro for Android

App for Android phones and tablets

Your device

Android apps (APK) cannot be installed on iPhone and iPad.

Platform
Android
File
Elvuro.apk
Size
30.3 KB
SHA-256
f7e3a6f67702fa9efd68fe0dc45aa5895ff49aba215fc0947b9852ee11769fbd

The Android version currently stored on this website is offered.

Installation blocked? How to allow “unknown apps”

Android only installs apps from outside the Play Store once you allow the app you open the APK with (e.g. Chrome or “Files”).

  1. If a message says that installing unknown apps is blocked: tap “Settings” there.
  2. Turn on “Allow from this source”.
  3. Go back and tap “Install”.

Manually: Settings → Apps → (your browser, e.g. Chrome) → “Install unknown apps” → allow. On Samsung: Settings → Apps → ⋮ → Special access → Install unknown apps. The names differ slightly between manufacturers; before Android 8 the option is called “Unknown sources” under Settings → Security.

Google Play Protect may also warn you because Elvuro does not come from the Play Store. Only install files you downloaded here – the SHA-256 checksum is shown in the download section. You can turn the permission off again after installing.

Elvuro for iPhone & iPad

in the browser – no installation

Your device
Platform
iPhone & iPad
Available as
Web version (Safari and other browsers)

There is currently no app on the App Store. Elvuro runs directly in the browser on iPhone and iPad.

Add Elvuro to your home screen like an app
  1. Open Elvuro on the web in Safari.
  2. Tap the share icon (square with an arrow pointing up).
  3. Choose “Add to Home Screen” and tap “Add”.

Since iOS 16.4 this also works in other browsers via their share menu. Elvuro then opens from its own icon on your home screen.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Elvuro?

Elvuro is a communication platform for friends and communities: direct messages, groups, your own servers with text and voice channels, video calls and screen sharing.

How do I download Elvuro for Windows?

As soon as the Windows file is available, the download starts with a click on “Download for Windows”. Until then, you can use Elvuro directly in your browser.

How do I install Elvuro on Android?

Open this page on your Android device and tap “Download for Android”. The APK file is saved to your downloads folder. Then open it – Android will ask whether you want to install Elvuro. Nothing is installed until you confirm.

If Android blocks the installation, allow the app you open the file with (e.g. Chrome or “Files”) to install unknown apps: Settings → Apps → (browser) → “Install unknown apps”.

Is Elvuro available for iPhone and iPad?

There is currently no app on the App Store. On iPhone and iPad you use Elvuro directly in Safari. With Share → “Add to Home Screen” you can put Elvuro on your home screen like an app. Android files (APK) cannot be installed on iOS.

Windows shows a warning when I open the file – is that normal?

Windows SmartScreen often shows a warning for programs that are new or not yet widely used. Only download Elvuro using the download buttons on this website.

Can I use Elvuro without downloading anything?

Yes. “Use Elvuro in your browser” opens the web version in a new tab. All you need is an account.

Which devices are supported?

The Windows app is being prepared. For Android there is an app (APK) to download. For iPhone and iPad there is currently no app on the App Store. The web version runs in current browsers such as Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari and is designed for PC, laptop, tablet and smartphone.

Do I need an email address?

No. A username and password are enough for an account. When you register you get a recovery code – keep it safe so you can reset your password even without email.

Do voice and video calls work in the browser?

Yes. Allow access to your microphone or camera on your first call. Browsers only grant microphone and camera access over secure connections (HTTPS).

How do I create my own server?

Sign in and click the plus icon in the left sidebar. Choose a name – done. You can then set up channels, roles and invite links in the server settings.

Is Elvuro available in English?

This website is available in English and German – switch with DE / EN at the top. In the Elvuro app you can choose the language under Settings → Appearance → Language; the English translation of the app is still being completed, so some areas may still appear in German.

Where can I find the privacy policy and terms of use?

Under Privacy and Terms of use – both are also linked in the footer of every page. They are only available in German; only the German version is legally binding.

Support

Do you have a question or a problem? Here is how to reach us:

Feel free to check the frequently asked questions first – your answer may already be there.