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Published 15.08.2019 17:30

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Confide

A lot or a little?

Parents need to know that Confide is a secure messaging app that lets users ensure private text communications. The app requires both sender and recipient to have downloaded the app and uses end-to-end encryption to prevent hackers from intercepting messages. For further security, messages can only be read one line at a time and self-destruct the moment the recipient has read them. Messages cannot be saved, forwarded, or archived via screenshot. The subscription version has more features, including retracting (unsending) messages. While it's essentially safe for teens to use with known contacts, the lack of transparency into what users are doing makes it better for older teens. Read the developer's privacy policy for details on how your (or your kids') information is collected, used, and shared and any choices you may have in the matter, and note that privacy policies and terms of service frequently change.