Skype has released the use of end-to-end encrypted conversations in applications for Android and iPhone (iOS). The most secure mode is available in the Private Chat function, which creates an extra layer of protection to prevent interception. The feature is linked to the user's cell phone, making the conversation appear on all logged in devices, but the history is never synchronized. In the following lines, we teach you how to use Skype with encryption.
Unlike apps like WhatsApp and Telegram, Skype does not offer standard encryption in all chats and the function needs to be activated manually.
Tutorial teaches you how to create encrypted conversations on Skype Photo: Anna Kellen Bull / dnetc
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Step 1. Open Skype on your phone and tap the pencil button at the bottom of the screen to open the new chat menu. Select the Private Chat option.
Skype: start a new Private Conversation Photo: Reproduo / Paulo Alves
Step 2. Select a contact from the list to send an invitation. Note that Skype creates a second tab in the friend's window dedicated exclusively to encrypted chat. The conversation, however, cannot be started until the invitation is accepted.
Skype: select the contact and send the Private Chat invitation Photo: Reproduo / Paulo Alves
Step 3. The contact must tap Accept to enter the private chat with you. From then on, the conversation will be encrypted and not be synchronized on other devices with your logged in account.
Skype: accept the invitation to participate in a Private Conversation Photo: Reproduo / Paulo Alves
Step 4. Chat normally using Skype's audio, image and video sharing features. In addition, it is possible to initiate a voice call. It is not yet possible to make encrypted video calls.
Skype: use the chat and the VoIP function with encryption Photo: Reproduo / Paulo Alves
Step 5. To end the private chat, keep the Private tab pressed to open an options menu. Select End private conversation and confirm your choice in End conversation. The history of messages exchanged will be kept on the devices unless the conversation is deleted.
End a Private Skype Conversation Photo: Reproduo / Paulo Alves
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