Signal Private Messenger Rolls Out Secure Backups for iPhone
Signal Private Messenger now offers secure backups for iPhone, giving users an easy way to save and restore messages if they switch devices or lose access. With both free and paid plans, users can safeguard texts, photos, videos, and files without compromising privacy, thanks to Signal’s end-to-end encryption.
How Do Signal Secure Backups Work on iPhone?
Enabling Signal secure backups on iPhone is simple. Open Settings, tap Backups, then select Setup ➝ Enable Backups. The app generates a unique 64-character recovery key that unlocks the backup. Free plans store 100MB of recent messages and media for 45 days, while paid plans at $1.99/month can secure up to 100GB of older messages and media. Keeping the recovery key safe is essential, as losing it prevents Signal from restoring your data.
Are Signal Backups Safe and Fully Encrypted?
Yes, Signal private messenger backups are fully end-to-end encrypted. Only the recovery key on your device can unlock the backup, ensuring that Signal servers never have access to your messages. This high level of privacy sets Signal apart from other messaging apps that store data in the cloud without full encryption.
What’s Next for Signal Secure Backups?
Signal first introduced secure backups on Android and is now extending the feature to iPhone users. The company plans to bring secure backups to its desktop app and eventually enable seamless transfers of message history across Android, iPhone, and desktop. This move strengthens Signal’s commitment to privacy while making switching devices hassle-free.
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