Signal Launches Secure Message Backups on iOS, Letting Users Save Conversations in Case of Loss or Breakage.
In a move aimed at ensuring the security and continuity of its users' conversations, Signal has introduced secure message backups on iOS devices. With this feature, Signal enables users to save their messages, as well as media like photos, videos, GIFs, and files, in case they lose or break their phone. The backup option is available for free, with a limited 100MB capacity, but users can upgrade to a paid plan that includes unlimited storage of media beyond the first 45 days.
The feature relies on end-to-end encryption to safeguard user data, similar to Signal's existing secure messaging service. Users can access their backups using a unique recovery key generated on their device and stored securely.
To activate this feature, users need to navigate to the Settings menu and select Backups. From there, they tap Setup > Enable Backups and write down or store their recovery key before confirming it. This enables Signal to begin storing user messages and media.
The development is part of an ongoing effort by Signal to expand its secure messaging features across various platforms, including Android devices, which received this feature in September last year. The company also plans to roll out secure backups on its desktop app and enable users to transfer their encrypted messaging history between different platforms.
With the introduction of secure message backups, Signal aims to ensure that users' conversations remain safe even if they lose or break their phone, providing an added layer of security for its users.
In a move aimed at ensuring the security and continuity of its users' conversations, Signal has introduced secure message backups on iOS devices. With this feature, Signal enables users to save their messages, as well as media like photos, videos, GIFs, and files, in case they lose or break their phone. The backup option is available for free, with a limited 100MB capacity, but users can upgrade to a paid plan that includes unlimited storage of media beyond the first 45 days.
The feature relies on end-to-end encryption to safeguard user data, similar to Signal's existing secure messaging service. Users can access their backups using a unique recovery key generated on their device and stored securely.
To activate this feature, users need to navigate to the Settings menu and select Backups. From there, they tap Setup > Enable Backups and write down or store their recovery key before confirming it. This enables Signal to begin storing user messages and media.
The development is part of an ongoing effort by Signal to expand its secure messaging features across various platforms, including Android devices, which received this feature in September last year. The company also plans to roll out secure backups on its desktop app and enable users to transfer their encrypted messaging history between different platforms.
With the introduction of secure message backups, Signal aims to ensure that users' conversations remain safe even if they lose or break their phone, providing an added layer of security for its users.
! First, it's encrypted messaging, then end-to-end encryption, now we gotta save our entire convo history just in case we drop our phone 
. 100MB is like nothing and the free plan is already almost maxed out after a week lol 
. And what's with the recovery key? I mean I get it's secure but how do I even remember that? 
Can't they just make it super easy to access without having to write it down or store it somewhere? 
It's crazy how they're making it so easy for us to save our convo history in case something goes wrong with our device. I mean, think about it, we've all been there - you're messaging with friends or family and then your phone dies or gets broken... it's like, "Oh no! How do I get those convo memories back?!" 
Let's hope they make it happen soon.
Signal is literally saving our convo history lol like what's the point of having a super secure messaging app if we can't even save our most epic chats 
signal is stepping up their game with secure message backups, and now we can have peace of mind. 100mb limit though might be a bit restrictive for some ppl, but the option to upgrade is there 
. i'm all for this move, its just common sense to save ur important stuff 
It's like having a safety net for our online lives. The 100MB limit is kinda lame tho 
, but hey at least it's free! And upgrading to the paid plan won't hurt either 
Of course, the paid plan sounds like a no-brainer for anyone who wants to store their media files forever (45 days max). It's awesome that Signal is constantly pushing the boundaries of security and user safety. 
And now they're making us save all our conversations locally on our devices, that's like storing a digital trail, just waiting for some "accidental" discovery. 
And have you noticed how easy it is to get caught up in this upgrade cycle? "Hey, you should totally pay $10/month for the premium backup plan!" 
. Anyway, I'm glad they're expanding this feature to other platforms - desktop app and cross-platform transfers would be nice too 
. Oh, and can we please get some updates on this forum's UX? This design has been the same for ages...
100MB might seem like a tiny capacity but trust me it's better than nothing. Can't wait to see them expand this feature to the desktop app too 
like what if you lost your phone or something?? 
their backup system is fire and it's free too, 100mb is not a lot but I guess that's better than nothing lol. can't wait to enable this on my iphone ASAP 
. I love that they're doing this for free, too - 100MB isn't going to fill up anytime soon 
. Can't wait to try this out myself! 
that ur messages r backed up now! think about all those times u just lost ur phone or it bricked and u thought u d never get back all ur messages 
And the best part? It's free (well, mostly free... 100MB limit and all that), which is, like, super convenient for students on a budget. 
Anyway, I'm so glad Signal is on top of this game, and I'm excited to see them expand this feature to other platforms!