Because of the new terms of use, many are looking for a WhatsApp alternative. In addition to Threema, Signal is also considered a very secure messenger. In this post we have summarized the most important tricks for switching to WhatsApp for you.
Why switch from WhatsApp to Signal at all?
Signal is considered a very secure messenger. All messages are end-to-end encrypted and no data is stored on Signal's own servers. So your chats are secured as well as possible. In contrast, WhatsApp continues to develop into a data octopus. Since the parent company Facebook bought Messenger, the terms of use have been adapted again and again. If you do not accept the current version, you can no longer use the messenger. With the last update in particular, WhatsApp wants to access even more data and link it to Facebook. This is intended to improve the user experience. So if privacy is important to you, consider switching the Messenger app..
What do I have to consider when changing?
A major disadvantage is that you cannot simply import your data from WhatsApp into Signal. You need to start new chats. You can save data saved in WhatsApp by means of a backup or a printout. Learn more about printing WhatsApp chats here. You should of course also inform your contacts about your move to Signal and perhaps ask them to switch. Because: What good is a new messenger for you if you have no one to chat with?
However, a change usually does not have any further disadvantages. In addition, switching does not mean that you have to leave WhatsApp immediately. You can leave both messengers on your smartphone and make the switch piece by piece. This may also help you convince your contacts to become Signal users themselves. What speaks in favor of Signal in any case is that, unlike Threema, the app is free.
How do I switch to Signal?
Switching is easy: download Signal. Now you have to log into Messenger with your phone number and the change has been successful..
The first time you start Signal you will need to enter your mobile phone number. Then you can start! You can easily add users by mobile phone number. If you grant the app access to your mobile phone contacts, you can also invite and add them directly via Messenger.
