Discord Enhances User Security with New End-to-End Encryption Features
Protecting User Privacy with DAVE
Discord has faced some controversies this year, including a significant data leak affecting 600 million users. To combat privacy concerns, Discord is now rolling out the DAVE protocol, which stands for Discord's Audio and Video End-to-End Encryption. This feature will encrypt audio and video call data on the user's end before it is transmitted, ensuring that only participants in a call have access to decryption keys.
How It Works
The DAVE protocol will be implemented in all audio and video calls, including direct messages, group chats, and Go Live streams. Discord assures users that this encryption will not compromise call quality. However, it is essential to note that text messages will not be encrypted, allowing for effective content moderation.
Looking Ahead
This end-to-end encryption is currently available on Discord's desktop and mobile apps, with plans for broader rollout to other clients by 2025. With this update, Discord positions itself alongside other apps like WhatsApp and Signal, which have long prioritized user encryption and privacy.
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