WhatsApp

A dozen short and simple tips on how to use WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, iMessage, WeChat, and other messaging apps safely and hassle-free.

We dive into the mechanics of the controversial nude-scanning app that has mysteriously materialized on a billion phones.

Eight signs your WhatsApp account has been stolen — and steps to recover and protect it.

We look into every method of hijacking WhatsApp, Telegram, and other messaging accounts – from quishing to fake gifts and viruses, and ways to protect yourself against them.

Scammers posing as buyers snatch one-time codes during online product demos.

We discuss key aspects of WhatsApp’s security and privacy, and how to configure this messenger to enhance protection.

In response to EU regulations, WhatsApp will soon offer interoperability with other messengers. Do we need it? And is it secure?

Our researchers discovered spyware-infected WhatsApp modifications distributed through Telegram channels and websites with WhatsApp mods.

Comparing user-friendly, secure alternatives to Zoom, Teams and Google Meet calling.

Researchers have found several spyware-infected versions of Telegram and Signal on Google Play.

How to secure chats on your phone, and why encryption alone is not enough

We explain why it’s best not to use desktop versions of messengers such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and the like.

Another modification of WhatsApp has turned out to be malicious. We explain what’s happened and how to stay protected.

One version of popular WhatsApp mod FMWhatsApp uses an infected advertising module that downloads Trojans to smartphones.

We explain why secret chats in Telegram are a must, and how to configure security and privacy.

FinSpy is spyware for Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, and Linux that is sold legally. What it can do and how to defend yourself.

Dave and Jeff discuss a number of issues ranging from backdooring encrypted chats to POS malware and more.

Dave and Jeff tackle the latest Facebook allegations, TrickBot causing a day off of school, 5G hang-ups in the UK, and more.

A newly discovered vulnerability allows hackers to eavesdrop on WhatsApp users, read their chats, and install spyware just by calling them. Update the app now!

WhatsApp and Facebook are swimming in links to ticket giveaways for fairs and airlines. Don’t get excited, though; the tickets are fake.

WhatsApp for Android can back up your chats to Google Drive. It’s free, but it may hurt older backups. Here’s how to get it right.