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Signal rolls out on-device backups for iPhone and iPad

Original: Signal on-device backups for iPhone and iPad are now available for everyone 🎉 Update to the latest version of Signal for

Signal has made encrypted on-device backups available to all users on iPhone and iPad. Users need to update to the latest version of Signal for iOS, version 8.30, and enable the feature in Settings > Backups. The messaging app is reminding people to store their Recovery Key securely and never share it, as it is required to restore a backup.

Why now: Signal's new privacy-friendly backup option for iOS is newly released, prompting users to update and discuss the feature.

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• Signal on-device backups for iPhone and iPad are now available for everyone 🎉 Update to the latest version of Signal for iOS (8.30), then go to Settings > Backups to enable them. Store your Recovery Key securely, and never share it with anyone 🔑 More info 👉 https://… · aboutsignal · 15

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