< IMG SRC = "/Uploads/Blogs/0C/65/IB-FQDHKRIHS_927564D2.jpg" Alt = "How to Protect Signal from Cracking: 7 Effective Security Methods"/> ~ ~ ~ ~ < P > In recent months, the Signal messenger has become OB & Rsquo; Rsquo; Ectus of active attacks by cybercriminals and government agencies that use different methods to obtain access to confidential information. The high level of security of this application does not make it completely invulnerable & ndash; Threats can come through phishing and malicious software, as well as through physical access to the user's device. In addition to Signal, other popular messengers, including WhatsApp and Telegram, are risks.

< P > Google Cloud explained how you can protect your data in the Signal & mdash; Read more on “Mi-Ukraine”.

< h2 > How to protect your data in a Sigan application;

< h3 > Reliable password and screen lock

< p >One of the most important ways to protect & ndash; This is the use of a complex password to unlock the device. For high safety, it is recommended to install long alphanumeric passwords, which contain capital and lowercase letters, numbers and special characters. This significantly reduces the probability of a password selection, unlike simple PIN or graphic keys.

< h3 > regular software update

< P > Always set the latest operating system and Signal messenger updates. Developers are constantly improving the protective equipment by eliminating vulnerability that malefactors can take advantage of.

< H3 > Activate Google Play Protect < P > Android users should make sure that Google Play Protect is on. This feature automatically checks the installed programs for a malicious code and can block potentially hazardous applications even if they are installed from unofficial sources.

< H3 > Verb & Rsquo; < p >The attackers can access the Signal account using the SV & Rsquo; Periodically check this section in the messages of the messenger to make sure that your account has not been added unknown devices. If you find something suspicious & ndash; Immediately remove the unrecognized device.

< H3 > Caution with QR Codes and Suspicious Links < P > Cybershachrai can use QR codes or counterfeit web pages that are masked under the official Signal updates, invitations to group chats or other important notifications. Always check the source before scanning the QR code or switching on the link.

< H3 > Using two -factor authentication

< P > If Signal supports additional test methods, such as fingerprint, face recognition or disposable security codes & ndash; Dandatory & rsquo; switch these features. They add another level of protection when entering the account or connecting a new device.

< h3 > activating lock mode for iPhone

< P > iPhone users who can be OB & Rsquo; purposeful tracking, have the ability to turn on the lock mode (LockDown Mode). This feature significantly limits potential attacks of attacks and helps prevent the device from compromising.

< p > Using complex passwords, updating software, attentive attitude to suspicious references and activation of two -factor authentication will help maintain your confidentiality. Signal & ndash; one of the safest messengers but only if responsible for use.

Natasha Kumar

By Natasha Kumar

Natasha Kumar has been a reporter on the news desk since 2018. Before that she wrote about young adolescence and family dynamics for Styles and was the legal affairs correspondent for the Metro desk. Before joining The Times Hub, Natasha Kumar worked as a staff writer at the Village Voice and a freelancer for Newsday, The Wall Street Journal, GQ and Mirabella. To get in touch, contact me through my natasha@thetimeshub.in 1-800-268-7116