Secure Messaging

Pick one

  • Signal. Open source. Strong defaults.
  • Session. Serverless style routing.
  • Element. Matrix network. Rooms and bridges.

Signal Session Element

Settings that matter

  • Enable screen lock. Set a pin.
  • Turn on disappearing messages where useful.
  • Verify safety numbers or keys for critical contacts.

What to avoid

  • SMS for codes or chats.
  • Unencrypted cloud backups.
  • Unknown links and attachments.