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Instagram removes optional end-to-end encryption feature: Here’s what users should do now?
Key takeaways
- An essential feature, which was released in 2023 for enhanced privacy, as an optional setting, is now being removed by Meta.
- Messages will now return to standard encryption, meaning Meta can technically access content such as texts, photos, videos and voice notes if required.
- End-to-end encryption ensures only the sender and receiver can read messages.
Why this matters: local context for readers following news across Pakistan and the region.
Add ARY News on Google AAResize. An essential feature, which was released in 2023 for enhanced privacy, as an optional setting, is now being removed by Meta.
Messages will now return to standard encryption, meaning Meta can technically access content such as texts, photos, videos and voice notes if required.
End-to-end encryption ensures only the sender and receiver can read messages. Standard encryption still protects messages online but allows the service provider to access content under certain conditions.
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