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12 Things You Need to Know About the Signal Messenger App

The Signal Messenger App is rising in popularity. Here are some common questions people have about it.

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Is Signal Encrypted?

Signal messages stored on your device are encrypted with SQLCipher.

Is Signal End-to-End Encrypted?

All voice calls, video calls, messages, and group messages are end-to-end-encrypted using the Signal protocol. This means that a hacker or government that intercepts your Signal communications can not decipher your messages or calls.

Is Signal Open Source?

Yes, Signal is open source. The Signal Messenger GitHub repository is available at https://github.com/signalapp

Is Signal Messenger Secure? Is it Safe?

Yes, signal messenger is secure. Signal messages stored on your device are encrypted and signal communications are end-to-end encrypted. You can also verify your contacts to ensure that you are sending messages to the correct person. You can also set up a pin to protect access to the app so even if someone is using your smartphone, they can't access your signal app without the pin.

Is Signal Messenger Publicly Traded?

No, the Signal messenger app is not publicly traded. The Signal messenger is not on the stock market because it is a 501c3 nonprofit.

Who Founded Signal App?

Moxie Marlinspike and Brian Acton founded the Signal Technology Foundation “to develop open-source privacy technology that protects free expression and enables secure global communication”. Moxie is the former head of the security team at Twitter and Brian Acton is a former Yahoo employee and WhatsApp co-founder.

Where Do I Download the Signal App?

The signal app can be downloaded to your smartphone from: https://signal.org/install/

Does Signal App Have a Desktop Version?

Yes, Signal has a desktop version. You can download it from their website.

How Does Signal Make Money?

Signal collects donations to run, develop, maintain, and host the Signal app.

Is Signal Messenger Publicly Traded?

No, the Signal messenger app is not publicly traded. The Signal messenger is not on the stock market because it is a 501c3 nonprofit.

Who Founded the Signal App?

Moxie Marlinspike and Brian Acton founded the Signal Technology Foundation “to develop open-source privacy technology that protects free expression and enables secure global communication”. Moxie is the former head of the security team at Twitter and Brian Acton is a former Yahoo employee and WhatsApp co-founder.

Is Signal Better Than WhatsApp?

It depends. If you value privacy then Signal is better than WhatsApp but if you want more features WhatsApp is better. Signal is however constantly improving by adding more features. More people use WhatsApp than Signal so you will likely be able to communicate with more of your contacts using WhatsApp.
 

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