Signal
@signal.org
Signal is an end-to-end encrypted messaging app. Privacy isn’t an optional mode, it’s just the way that Signal works. Every message, every call, every time.
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PSA: tips to protect yourself from scams on Signal.
Every major comms platform has to contend w phishing, impersonation, & scams. Sadly.
Signal is major, and as we've grown we've heard about more of these attacks--scammy people pretending to be something or someone to trick and abuse others. 1/
Every major comms platform has to contend w phishing, impersonation, & scams. Sadly.
Signal is major, and as we've grown we've heard about more of these attacks--scammy people pretending to be something or someone to trick and abuse others. 1/
November 11, 2025 at 6:13 PM
PSA: tips to protect yourself from scams on Signal.
Every major comms platform has to contend w phishing, impersonation, & scams. Sadly.
Signal is major, and as we've grown we've heard about more of these attacks--scammy people pretending to be something or someone to trick and abuse others. 1/
Every major comms platform has to contend w phishing, impersonation, & scams. Sadly.
Signal is major, and as we've grown we've heard about more of these attacks--scammy people pretending to be something or someone to trick and abuse others. 1/
Now on Desktop: Customizable chat folders
Keep healthy boundaries between friends & family or work & leisure.
Filter 1-on-1 and group chats, put all of your unread messages one place, or make project-specific folders for related chats.
Settings > Chats
Or right-click any chat
Keep healthy boundaries between friends & family or work & leisure.
Filter 1-on-1 and group chats, put all of your unread messages one place, or make project-specific folders for related chats.
Settings > Chats
Or right-click any chat
October 30, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Now on Desktop: Customizable chat folders
Keep healthy boundaries between friends & family or work & leisure.
Filter 1-on-1 and group chats, put all of your unread messages one place, or make project-specific folders for related chats.
Settings > Chats
Or right-click any chat
Keep healthy boundaries between friends & family or work & leisure.
Filter 1-on-1 and group chats, put all of your unread messages one place, or make project-specific folders for related chats.
Settings > Chats
Or right-click any chat
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📣THREAD: It’s surprising to me that so many people were surprised to learn that Signal runs partly on AWS (something we can do because we use encryption to make sure no one but you–not AWS, not Signal, not anyone–can access your comms).
It’s also concerning. 1/
It’s also concerning. 1/
PSA: we're aware that Signal is down for some people. This appears to be related to a major AWS outage. Stand by.
October 27, 2025 at 10:38 AM
📣THREAD: It’s surprising to me that so many people were surprised to learn that Signal runs partly on AWS (something we can do because we use encryption to make sure no one but you–not AWS, not Signal, not anyone–can access your comms).
It’s also concerning. 1/
It’s also concerning. 1/
We are alarmed by reports that Germany is on the verge of a catastrophic about-face, reversing its longstanding and principled opposition to the EU’s Chat Control proposal which, if passed, could spell the end of the right to privacy in Europe. signal.org/blog/pdfs/ge...
signal.org
October 3, 2025 at 4:14 PM
We are alarmed by reports that Germany is on the verge of a catastrophic about-face, reversing its longstanding and principled opposition to the EU’s Chat Control proposal which, if passed, could spell the end of the right to privacy in Europe. signal.org/blog/pdfs/ge...
In 2023, Signal was the first mainstream messenger to enable post-quantum cryptography. We’re still ahead of the (elliptical) curve, implementing a new hybrid PQ ratchet ensuring Forward Secrecy & Post-Compromise Security even in a post-quantum world. signal.org/blog/spqr/
Signal Protocol and Post-Quantum Ratchets
We are excited to announce a significant advancement in the security of the Signal Protocol: the introduction of the Sparse Post Quantum Ratchet (SPQR). This new ratchet enhances the Signal Protocol’s...
signal.org
October 2, 2025 at 4:09 PM
In 2023, Signal was the first mainstream messenger to enable post-quantum cryptography. We’re still ahead of the (elliptical) curve, implementing a new hybrid PQ ratchet ensuring Forward Secrecy & Post-Compromise Security even in a post-quantum world. signal.org/blog/spqr/
A reminder that Signal will never reach out to you proactively, never send you a Signal message, and never ask for your verification code. The only way to correspond with Signal is via email (support@signal.org) or the Signal Support Center (support.signal.org).
September 17, 2025 at 1:27 PM
A reminder that Signal will never reach out to you proactively, never send you a Signal message, and never ask for your verification code. The only way to correspond with Signal is via email (support@signal.org) or the Signal Support Center (support.signal.org).
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📣 NEW -- In The Economist, discussing the privacy perils of AI agents and what AI companies and operating systems need to do--NOW--to protect Signal and much else!
www.economist.com/by-invitatio...
www.economist.com/by-invitatio...
September 9, 2025 at 11:44 AM
📣 NEW -- In The Economist, discussing the privacy perils of AI agents and what AI companies and operating systems need to do--NOW--to protect Signal and much else!
www.economist.com/by-invitatio...
www.economist.com/by-invitatio...
Until now, if you lost or broke your phone, your Signal message history was *gone,* a real challenge for everyone whose most important conversations happen in Signal. So, with careful design and development, we’re rolling out opt-in secure backups.
signal.org/blog/introducing-secure-backups
signal.org/blog/introducing-secure-backups
Introducing Signal Secure Backups
In the past, if you broke or lost your phone, your Signal message history was gone. This has been a challenge for people whose most important conversations happen on Signal. Think family photos, sweet...
signal.org
September 8, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Until now, if you lost or broke your phone, your Signal message history was *gone,* a real challenge for everyone whose most important conversations happen in Signal. So, with careful design and development, we’re rolling out opt-in secure backups.
signal.org/blog/introducing-secure-backups
signal.org/blog/introducing-secure-backups
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Use Signal. We promise, no AI clutter, and no surveillance ads, whatever the rest of the industry does. <3
June 16, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Use Signal. We promise, no AI clutter, and no surveillance ads, whatever the rest of the industry does. <3
We're ready for Microsoft Recall and the automatic screenshots it takes of everything on your desktop.
Signal Desktop on Windows now includes support for a new "Screen security" feature designed to block screenshots of your Signal chats.
signal.org/blog/signal-...
Signal Desktop on Windows now includes support for a new "Screen security" feature designed to block screenshots of your Signal chats.
signal.org/blog/signal-...
By Default, Signal Doesn't Recall
Signal Desktop now includes support for a new “Screen security” setting that is designed to help prevent your own computer from capturing screenshots of your Signal chats on Windows. This setting is a...
signal.org
May 21, 2025 at 4:46 PM
We're ready for Microsoft Recall and the automatic screenshots it takes of everything on your desktop.
Signal Desktop on Windows now includes support for a new "Screen security" feature designed to block screenshots of your Signal chats.
signal.org/blog/signal-...
Signal Desktop on Windows now includes support for a new "Screen security" feature designed to block screenshots of your Signal chats.
signal.org/blog/signal-...
Now on Signal Desktop: A brand-new selection interface that makes it easy to find an emoji, sticker, or animated GIF that’s perfect for the moment. Happy chatting!
April 17, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Now on Signal Desktop: A brand-new selection interface that makes it easy to find an emoji, sticker, or animated GIF that’s perfect for the moment. Happy chatting!
Right now there are a lot of new eyes on Signal, and not all of them are familiar with secure messaging and its nuances. Which means there’s misinfo flying around that might drive people away from Signal and private communications. 1/
March 25, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Right now there are a lot of new eyes on Signal, and not all of them are familiar with secure messaging and its nuances. Which means there’s misinfo flying around that might drive people away from Signal and private communications. 1/
Sometimes one way to say "thank you" just isn't enough, so merci, danke *and* bedankt 🇧🇪
March 24, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Sometimes one way to say "thank you" just isn't enough, so merci, danke *and* bedankt 🇧🇪
"We have ceded so many of the core operations of our lives and institutions to tech, we must recognise that strong encryption isn’t the enemy of security — it *is* security." - Signal President @meredithmeredith.bsky.social for @financialtimes.com on the war on encryption
www.ft.com/content/a934...
www.ft.com/content/a934...
The war on encryption is dangerous
Government demands to access encrypted data via back doors will leave it vulnerable to hacks, breaches and theft
www.ft.com
March 19, 2025 at 6:18 PM
"We have ceded so many of the core operations of our lives and institutions to tech, we must recognise that strong encryption isn’t the enemy of security — it *is* security." - Signal President @meredithmeredith.bsky.social for @financialtimes.com on the war on encryption
www.ft.com/content/a934...
www.ft.com/content/a934...
A special welcome to all the new Dutch folks!
👋🇳🇱 Welkom bij Signal! Als je nieuw bent of een tijdje bent weggeweest, zijn hier een aantal dingen die jij of je vrienden misschien niet weten over Signal:
👋🇳🇱 Welkom bij Signal! Als je nieuw bent of een tijdje bent weggeweest, zijn hier een aantal dingen die jij of je vrienden misschien niet weten over Signal:
February 8, 2025 at 1:23 PM
A special welcome to all the new Dutch folks!
👋🇳🇱 Welkom bij Signal! Als je nieuw bent of een tijdje bent weggeweest, zijn hier een aantal dingen die jij of je vrienden misschien niet weten over Signal:
👋🇳🇱 Welkom bij Signal! Als je nieuw bent of een tijdje bent weggeweest, zijn hier een aantal dingen die jij of je vrienden misschien niet weten over Signal:
It's always an honor to Finnish in first place. Kiitos, 🇫🇮!
January 30, 2025 at 2:12 PM
It's always an honor to Finnish in first place. Kiitos, 🇫🇮!
Coming soon: When you add a linked device (Desktop or iPad), bring your whole chat history + last 45 days of media. The transfer process is end-to-end encrypted & completely optional.
Don't want to leave the past behind? We leave you to your own devices. signal.org/blog/a-synch...
Don't want to leave the past behind? We leave you to your own devices. signal.org/blog/a-synch...
A Synchronized Start for Linked Devices
With Signal on Desktop and iPad, you can link your primary Android or iOS account with another device, letting you check and respond to messages in both places or conduct video meetings and calls from...
signal.org
January 27, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Coming soon: When you add a linked device (Desktop or iPad), bring your whole chat history + last 45 days of media. The transfer process is end-to-end encrypted & completely optional.
Don't want to leave the past behind? We leave you to your own devices. signal.org/blog/a-synch...
Don't want to leave the past behind? We leave you to your own devices. signal.org/blog/a-synch...
A big heartfelt thank you from all of us at Signal to every person who has ever used Signal, gotten your friends to make the switch, and donated to support our work. It is truly an honor to build Signal for you. 💙
December 31, 2024 at 3:56 PM
A big heartfelt thank you from all of us at Signal to every person who has ever used Signal, gotten your friends to make the switch, and donated to support our work. It is truly an honor to build Signal for you. 💙
Signal is not for profit, which means we stay focused on building privacy-preserving tech, not appeasing advertisers or investors.
And as a nonprofit, we exist because of your support.
Signal.org/donate
In-app: Settings > Donate
We accept DAF, stocks, and cryptocurrency.
And as a nonprofit, we exist because of your support.
Signal.org/donate
In-app: Settings > Donate
We accept DAF, stocks, and cryptocurrency.
Donate to Signal Private Messenger
Your donation helps pay for the development, servers, and bandwidth of an app used by millions around the world for private and instantaneous communication. Please make a donation today.
Signal.org
December 30, 2024 at 10:29 PM
Signal is not for profit, which means we stay focused on building privacy-preserving tech, not appeasing advertisers or investors.
And as a nonprofit, we exist because of your support.
Signal.org/donate
In-app: Settings > Donate
We accept DAF, stocks, and cryptocurrency.
And as a nonprofit, we exist because of your support.
Signal.org/donate
In-app: Settings > Donate
We accept DAF, stocks, and cryptocurrency.
There are lots of ways to support Signal.
- Go to signal.org/donate. We accept DAF, stocks & cryptocurrency. We even accept checks & cash for the low-tech among us.
- Donate in the app: Settings > Donate to give or give on behalf of a friend.
Thank you for using Signal!
- Go to signal.org/donate. We accept DAF, stocks & cryptocurrency. We even accept checks & cash for the low-tech among us.
- Donate in the app: Settings > Donate to give or give on behalf of a friend.
Thank you for using Signal!
Donate to Signal Private Messenger
Your donation helps pay for the development, servers, and bandwidth of an app used by millions around the world for private and instantaneous communication. Please make a donation today.
Signal.org
December 17, 2024 at 6:18 PM
There are lots of ways to support Signal.
- Go to signal.org/donate. We accept DAF, stocks & cryptocurrency. We even accept checks & cash for the low-tech among us.
- Donate in the app: Settings > Donate to give or give on behalf of a friend.
Thank you for using Signal!
- Go to signal.org/donate. We accept DAF, stocks & cryptocurrency. We even accept checks & cash for the low-tech among us.
- Donate in the app: Settings > Donate to give or give on behalf of a friend.
Thank you for using Signal!
New for Android: Chat folders to organize your conversations into customizable folders.
See unread messages, filter 1-on-1 and group chats, and keep work chats separate to clock what's happening after you clock out.
Settings > Chats or long-press any chat
See unread messages, filter 1-on-1 and group chats, and keep work chats separate to clock what's happening after you clock out.
Settings > Chats or long-press any chat
December 16, 2024 at 7:24 PM
New for Android: Chat folders to organize your conversations into customizable folders.
See unread messages, filter 1-on-1 and group chats, and keep work chats separate to clock what's happening after you clock out.
Settings > Chats or long-press any chat
See unread messages, filter 1-on-1 and group chats, and keep work chats separate to clock what's happening after you clock out.
Settings > Chats or long-press any chat
It costs around $50 million every year to ensure Signal is robust and available all over the world for anyone whenever they need it.
And as a nonprofit, that money comes from all of you; the people who believe that we all deserve a place to speak freely.
signal.org/donate/
And as a nonprofit, that money comes from all of you; the people who believe that we all deserve a place to speak freely.
signal.org/donate/
Donate to Signal Private Messenger
Your donation helps pay for the development, servers, and bandwidth of an app used by millions around the world for private and instantaneous communication. Please make a donation today.
signal.org
December 11, 2024 at 6:37 PM
It costs around $50 million every year to ensure Signal is robust and available all over the world for anyone whenever they need it.
And as a nonprofit, that money comes from all of you; the people who believe that we all deserve a place to speak freely.
signal.org/donate/
And as a nonprofit, that money comes from all of you; the people who believe that we all deserve a place to speak freely.
signal.org/donate/