Signal, the popular messaging app known for its focus on privacy and security, has launched secure backups for iOS devices. This new feature allows users to safeguard and restore their messages in the event of phone loss or damage. The free version permits storing up to 100MB of text messages and media from the past 45 days, including photos, videos, GIFs, and files.
For users seeking enhanced backup capabilities, Signal offers a $1.99 per month option enabling the backup of all text messages and up to 100GB of media beyond the initial 45-day window. These secure backups, initially introduced on Android devices in September, leverage end-to-end encryption to ensure data privacy.
To initiate secure backups, users can access the Settings menu, select Backups, then proceed with Setup > Enable Backups. After generating and storing a 64-character recovery key, users can choose either the free or premium plan. Signal emphasizes the importance of securely storing the recovery key, as it is essential for accessing backups in the future.
Looking ahead, Signal plans to extend secure backup functionality to its desktop application, enabling seamless encrypted messaging history transfer across Android, iOS, and desktop platforms.
Source: The Verge