This is the data that WhatsApp collects from you and is not collected by Signal
We all know WhatsApp is the most popular instant messaging app in the world, and although it doesn't have its best moments, we can't say it's dead.
For its part, Signal is growing due to the recent hype related to WhatsApp's privacy policy, and it is also supported by VIPs such as Elon Musk and others.
WhatsApp and Signal have two completely different approaches when it comes to privacy and security. On the other hand, WhatsApp is the most popular, fun, and ideal app for socializing, while Signal focuses on your privacy.
So, we show you a comparison where you can learn more about each of the data that Signal and WhatsApp collect from you when using each of these apps.
You know, it's no secret that Facebook-owned apps know us better than we can imagine. Although it may sound like a part of a horror movie, this is mainly due to the data that the apps collect from us.
In the special case of WhatsApp, the amount of data obtained from each user is very high and alarming, mainly because by using WhatsApp you give them permission to know and collect this data about you:
Telephone number.
User ID.
Contacts.
Your account name.
Advertising data.
History of shopping.
Approximate geographical location.
Telephone number.
e-mail.
Performance reports.
payment information.
As you will see, there is a fairly large amount of very personal and important information that WhatsApp can access. Other than that, Signal focuses on its premise of user privacy and takes it very seriously.