Facebook Messenger is a widely used messaging app that allows users to communicate with friends, family, and businesses. It offers features like text messaging, voice and video calls, group chats, and file sharing. While Messenger provides a convenient way to stay connected, its data collection practices and integration with the Facebook ecosystem raise privacy concerns for some users.
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Privacy-Focused Alternative
SignalSignal provides better privacy than Facebook Messenger due to its default end-to-end encryption, open-source protocol, and minimal data collection. While Messenger offers end-to-end encryption as an option (Secret Conversations), it is not enabled by default and collects significantly more metadata than Signal. Signal's commitment to data minimization and independent operation makes it a more privacy-conscious choice for secure communication.
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