Signal Enhances Privacy with Username Feature, Keeping Phone Numbers Private
The new feature, currently in beta, allows users to connect without revealing their phone numbers, reinforcing Signal's commitment to privacy.
- Signal introduces a new feature allowing users to create unique usernames, enhancing privacy by enabling connections without sharing phone numbers.
- The feature, currently in beta, aims to address privacy concerns and prevent unauthorized access to users' phone numbers.
- Users will still require a phone number to register on Signal, but can now keep it private from others on the platform.
- Signal's approach to usernames differs from social media platforms, with no searchable directory and usernames not visible unless shared.
- The update is part of Signal's ongoing efforts to provide secure and private communication, reinforcing its reputation among privacy-conscious users.