You can now securely link multiple phones to one Signal account
Signal is rolling out a new feature that allows users to securely link multiple phones to a single account. This marks a significant update for the privacy-focused messaging platform. The change makes it easier to use Signal across several devices while maintaining its strong security standards.
Signal, one of the world's most trusted encrypted messaging services, has now launched a long-awaited feature: the ability to link multiple phones to a single account. Previously, users were limited to one primary device, which created friction for those who use more than one smartphone in their daily lives.
The new feature is designed with Signal's characteristically high security standards in mind. All communications remain end-to-end encrypted, and the device linking process is handled in a way that does not expose the user's private keys or message history to unauthorized parties.
To link a new phone to an existing Signal account, users must go through a verification process via their primary device. This ensures that only the account owner can approve new devices, minimizing the risk of unauthorized access and keeping the platform secure.
This move represents a maturation of Signal as a platform. Competitors like WhatsApp and Telegram have long offered multi-device support, and Signal is now catching up with a solution that does not sacrifice the privacy and security that have made the service popular among journalists, activists, and security-conscious users around the world.