Rolling ResistanceOct 25, 2024

Privacy-focused Whatsapp modes?

https://lemmy.world/post/21248359

Privacy-focused Whatsapp modes? - Lemmy.World

I have to use Whatsapp, unfortunately. Are there any good alternatives to the default app on Android? I’m worried about all the data it shares with Meta. I denied all permissions but this makes it less convenient, and the app probably still sends over the data that available without them.

Show threadshortwavesurferOct 25, 2024
Is there a gun to your head? If the answer is no, then you’re not being forced to use it. And so you only think you have to use it, because it would be more inconvenient not to do so, but you can make that choice. I don’t use it and never will. And I will simply tell people that if they ask.
Show threadLemongrab
Some/most places outside the USA heavily rely on WhatsApp for communication. This is like saying “you dont need to be able to talk with your friends, family, or employer”
Oct 25, 2024 at 2:01pmWeb
Show threadshortwavesurferOct 25, 2024
I have actually stopped talking to both friends and family because they refused to use a more privacy-preserving platform.