Discord Implements End-to-End Encryption for Enhanced Audio and Video Calls
Discord Rolls Out Revolutionary End-to-End Encryption
Discord revealed its new end-to-end encryption protocol, named DAVE, designed for audio and video calls and secured direct messaging (DMs). This update promises to protect the privacy of its 200 million monthly users by making calls more secure and private.
Key Features of the DAVE Protocol
- Privacy and transparency for users
- Support for various platforms
- Scalable encryption process
Under this new protocol, no outside parties, including Discord, can access the audio and video conversations. Additionally, encryption keys change every time a call is terminated, ensuring that previous calls remain safe from external access.
How DAVE Works
When initiating a call, users undergo an out-of-band verification process that checks the legitimacy of participants. If one user does not support the encryption, the call defaults to transport-only encryption.
With DAVE, Discord maintains low-latency communication for voice and video, with automatic migration to the new protocol for users without any service disruption.
Furthermore, the company has released a whitepaper detailing the libraries and methods incorporated in the DAVE protocol.
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