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- Is it safe to send personal information through text?
- How do I protect my text messages?
- Is the messages app safe?
- Are MMS messages secure?
Is it safe to send personal information through text?
SMS text messages are not private or secure because SMS does not support end-to-end encryption. End-to-end encryption ensures that only you and the intended recipient can read a message's contents. You might think that switching from Facebook Messenger to old-fashioned text messages would help protect your privacy.
How do I protect my text messages?
In your settings, turn off backups and delete your message history. Keep your devices secure. Lock your smartphone and other mobile devices with passcodes or passwords, or fingerprint or facial identification. Install software updates when they are available to make sure you have the latest security features.
Is the messages app safe?
Your 1:1 chat messages with your contacts are private and encrypted end-to-end. When you message someone who also has chat features enabled in Messages, your chat conversations automatically upgrade to end-to-end encryption. With end-to-end encryption, no one can read the content sent between you and the other person.
Are MMS messages secure?
SMS and MMS are the most commonly used messaging systems in the United States, with over 2.2 trillion SMS and MMS messages sent in 2020. However, these services don't support end-to-end encryption, meaning that any messages you send are not secure.
