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Signal vs. Wire: Compare messaging app privacy and security We may be compensated by vendors who appear on this page through methods such as affiliate links or sponsored partnerships.
Both Signal and Wire offer stronger security measures than system default messaging solutions, such as Google Messages, Apple's iMessage or Microsoft's Skype.
Both Signal and Wire provide end-to-end encrypted chat messaging when messaging with other users of the service.
To use Signal, you first create an account with the Signal app on an Android, iOS or iPad OS device.
You will need access to your mobile Android, iOS or iPad OS device in order to link your mobile Signal account to a Signal desktop app.
Wire also offers an on-premises option, as well as Wire for Government, which adds additional security and control over data and systems, although you'll need to contact sales to discuss pricing.