Signal has introduced a new 'screen security' feature in its Windows application, aimed at preventing the capturing of sensitive content through screenshots. This feature, which is automatically enabled on Windows 11, responds to privacy concerns related to Microsoft's Recall feature, which captures a continuous screenshot history. Although Microsoft has made Recall opt-in and allows users to pause it, Signal believes that user privacy should not rely on such measures. The company warns that enabling this setting might hinder some functions like screen readers, highlighting the complexities of protecting privacy while ensuring accessibility.
Signal's new screen security feature for Windows 11 prevents screenshots to enhance user privacy, addressing concerns over Microsoft's Recall feature capturing sensitive content.
The 'screen security' setting is enabled by default in Windows 11 to block screenshot captures, underscoring the importance of protecting user-sensitive information.
Despite Microsoft’s adjustments, including opting into Recall feature, Signal emphasizes that the potential for capturing sensitive content remains, necessitating their new privacy measures.
Signal cautions users that enabling screen security may affect functionality, exemplifying the challenges of balancing app privacy against user accessibility.
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