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Signal Rolls Out Encrypted Cloud Backups, Debuts First Subscription Plan at $1.99/Month

Signal has begun rolling out end-to-end encrypted cloud backups in its latest Android beta release. The opt-in feature allows users to restore message history if their phone is lost or damaged. Free backups include all text messages and 45 days of media attachments. A $1.99 monthly subscription exte...

Signal has begun rolling out end-to-end encrypted cloud backups in its latest Android beta release. A $1.99 monthly subscription extends media storage to 100GB.Users generate a 64-character recovery key on their device that Signal's servers never access. Signal said it stores backup archives without linking them to specific user accounts or payment information.

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