What secure messaging means
Secure messaging tools use encryption to protect the contents of messages while they are being sent. This makes it harder for outsiders to read conversations.
When people use secure messaging
- Sharing sensitive personal information
- Discussing private work or legal matters
- Coordinating confidential plans
- Reducing reliance on ad-driven messaging platforms
Common secure messaging tools
- Signal — strong encryption and minimal data collection
- Threema — messaging with limited personal information required
- WhatsApp — encrypted messaging operated by a large platform
- Telegram (Secret Chats) — encrypted only when special mode is enabled
Not all messaging apps provide the same leve