Wear a mask, then cover your face with Signal
Learn how to blur faces in photos with Signal, the encrypted messaging app.
Redacting photos on the go: A field guide
Photos and how we share them can present risks to the people and sensitive information that’s been captured in the process. In this guide, we discuss how to safely redact photos on the go.By and large, the most-used cameras in people’s hands are the ones built into their smartphones. …
Beyond Signal phone numbers
Something exciting is happening at Signal: Through novel encryption techniques and architecture, we may be moving away from phone numbers as user IDs.
Evaluating videoconferencing tools
We outline some of the questions we think about when critically assessing video conferencing tools, and how journalists can determine what’s right for them.
What we know about video conferencing with Zoom
Learn about the security, privacy, and anti-abuse measures of the Zoom video chat platform.
What we know about video conferencing with Whereby
Learn about the security, privacy, and anti-abuse measures of the Whereby video chat platform.
What we know about video conferencing with Jitsi Meet
Learn about the security, privacy, and anti-abuse measures of the Jitsi Meet video chat platform.
What we know about video conferencing with Google Meet
Learn about the security, privacy, and anti-abuse measures of the Google Meet video chat platform.
Choosing the right video conferencing tool for the job
Learn about which video chat tools are secure and practical for your situation.
What about antivirus?
Antivirus software is one of the oldest offerings available from the now-billion-dollar cybersecurity industry. But what does antivirus software do to help protect our devices, what does it not do, and do we really need it?
