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Matrix or Signal?
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this post was submitted on 18 Jul 2026
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Signal is more stable & simple to set up. So for its intended use, getting people to actually talk to me on it, it's better.
Matrix is obviously better as a Discord replacement. It doesn't require a phone number which is also good. Not centrally managed so easier to decouple from big tech corruption. So it is better in those ways.
Isn't Signal a CIA honeypot?
I agree. Signal is easier to use and to get people switch to it since the UI/UX are vey similar to other big platforms.