The signal app is available for Android and iOS devices. It can also be used on iPad and Mac, as well as Windows and Linux.
Once you’ve downloaded Signal onto your iOS or Android device, you’ll need to enter your phone number to get started, like you would on WhatsApp.
You’ll then receive a code to confirm your number in a message, which you’ll need to enter into the Signal app.
Once confirmed, you’ll need to set up your Signal Profile – only a first name is required, with the last name being optional.
Following this, you’ll set up a PIN of at least four digits – alphanumeric PINs are available as an option too.
This PIN keeps information stored with Signal encrypted so only you can access it. Your profile settings and contacts will restore when you reinstall Signal.
After you’ve set up your PIN, you can start a new message in the top right and get chatting.
