The Cloak blog
Insights on privacy, encryption, and building a secure chat platform.
Discord has the features, but not the privacy. Cloak delivers end-to-end encrypted rooms, roles, video calls, and file sharing. Everything you love about Discord, with zero-knowledge architecture.
Read moreSignal is the gold standard for encrypted messaging, but it lacks servers, rooms, roles, and screen sharing. Cloak bridges the gap: Signal-grade encryption with Discord-level features.
Read moreComparing the top encrypted messaging apps, from Signal and Telegram to Matrix and Cloak. Which private chat app actually protects your data while giving you the features you need?
Read moreZero-knowledge architecture means the server never sees your data in plaintext. Learn how Cloak uses this approach to protect every message, call, and file you share.
Read moreMost video call platforms claim security but don't encrypt the actual media. Cloak uses WebRTC Insertable Streams to encrypt every audio and video frame before it leaves your device.
Read moreDiscord uses encryption in transit but does not offer end-to-end encryption. Your messages, files, and calls are stored in plaintext on Discord's servers. Here's what that means for your privacy.
Read moreReady to quit Discord? This step-by-step guide covers how to export your data, delete your account, and migrate to an encrypted alternative without losing your community.
Read moreElement (Matrix), Discord, and Cloak Chat take three very different approaches to group messaging. We compare encryption, features, usability, and privacy to help you pick the right one.
Read moreA comprehensive ranking of the best Discord alternatives in 2026, scored by encryption strength, privacy practices, features, and usability. From Signal to Revolt to Cloak Chat.
Read moreNot every app that claims privacy actually delivers it. We tested the top messaging apps on encryption, data collection, metadata exposure, and zero-knowledge architecture. Here's what we found.
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