TikTok Stands Firm: No End-to-End Encryption for Direct Messages, Prioritizing Safety Over Maximum Privacy
TikTok has confirmed it will not implement end-to-end encryption for direct messages, arguing that the technology would hinder its ability to protect users—especially minors—from harm by preventing safety teams and law enforcement from accessing content when necessary. While rivals like WhatsApp, Messenger, and Signal offer full E2EE, TikTok maintains standard encryption for DMs and emphasizes … Read more