Techlore Surveillance Report Q&A: Why Should People Use Signal?
Oct 2, 2024
Explore why switching to Signal could enhance your privacy, featuring user-friendly communications. Learn key techniques for getting companies to delete your data, and discover top rights under GDPR. The podcast also considers the efficacy of regulations in privacy protection and critiques security features in alternative messaging apps. Plus, find out how to safeguard your personal information with aliasing services!
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Sell Features First, Privacy Second
- Highlight Signal's user-facing features like stickers, voice messages, and international messaging to convince non-tech users to switch.
- Add brief privacy points as cherry-on-top: it's encrypted, open source, and nonprofit.
Ask Nicely, Then Push With Law
- Be polite and thorough when requesting data deletion; customer support responds better to friendly requests.
- Follow up persistently and cite relevant laws or residency when companies initially refuse.
Request Legal Basis To Force Deletions
- Ask companies to cite the legal basis when they claim retention obligations and call their bluff if they can't cite a law.
- Use DMCA or specific takedown claims when applicable to force removal quickly.