I tried SimpleX but the VPN kill switch on my phone prevents syncing with my computer.

I use telegram primarily as a note taking app with sync features.

Occasionally I send files to friends, so having easy set up for tech illiterate would be great.

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So easy to setup my tech illiterate parents could do it.

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Now try without a phone number. Go ahead. Try

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You can’t

That’s not the point though

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Not even that. Go set it up even with a phone number but without a smartphone.

Let’s just say my mom would not be able to do that.

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I think the intent is baby steps for those who aren’t already privacy invested. Getting parents or tech illiterate to switch to Signal is a win. They weren’t hiding their number anyway.

I currently have a Signal account tied to a sim not in my name. Getting a burner with cash is an option then park it. Or, if you’re lucky enough to live near a payphone and can gain access to the number, you can activate a signal with a phone call.

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@Sparkega @delirious_owl

Have you ever used Wire?

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