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It's not that easy: How would you exchange the private keys when using multiple clients? This would require to user to transfer the private key files or to reme
by jhasse 11y ago
It's not that easy: How would you exchange the private keys when using multiple clients? This would require to user to transfer the private key files or to remember a secure password. Both options aren't possible for usability reasons if you want to beat WhatsApp.
- _jomo 11y agoThis has been discussed a lot in the issue thread. Key exchange really isn't the issue. Scanning a QR code or creating a secure connection between the clients to exchange the keys isn't that hard.
- jhasse 11y agoWhat when I want to login at a computer but don't have my phone with me?
- chralieboy 11y agoSame as using 1Password — you don't. You're trading convenience for increased security.
- sherjilozair 11y agoThis is why it isn't 'by default'.