End-to-end encryption explained

End-to-end encryption

All direct messages and group chats on insteady are end-to-end encrypted. This means only you and your conversation partner can read the content. insteady has no access to your messages.

How it works

When you first open Messages, cryptographic keys are generated on your device. Your private key never leaves your device. Only the public key is shared with insteady, so others can send you encrypted messages.

What this means

• insteady cannot read your messages
• Messages cannot be handed over to third parties by insteady
• If there is a data breach on the server, your messages remain protected

Important: keys are stored on your device

Your keys are stored in your browser's local storage. If you clear your browser data or use a new device, you will not be able to decrypt older messages without your encryption recovery code.

Recovery code

Under Settings - Encryption recovery code you will find your personal recovery code. Store it securely - for example in a password manager. It lets you restore your messages on a new device or after clearing browser data.