Category: Apps

Articles based on mobile apps, including chats, messaging, video and audio communication.

  • How to Install Threads on Windows 11

    How to Install Threads on Windows 11

    This guide details how to install the Threads app by Meta on Windows 11, a private platform for sharing photos and videos with close friends. Previously mobile-only, it’s now available as a PWA for Windows. Users can install Threads directly from the Microsoft Store or using the WinGet tool, with access from the Start menu…

  • How to Hide Your Phone Number on Signal

    How to Hide Your Phone Number on Signal

    This article outlines steps to conceal your phone number within the Signal app, enhancing privacy and security. Signal, known for encrypted communication, offers various settings, including call relay and disappearing messages. Unique to the mobile app are additional privacy features like username creation, which can replace phone numbers for user identification. The guide details accessing…

  • How to Use Usernames on Signal for Enhanced Privacy

    How to Use Usernames on Signal for Enhanced Privacy

    This article details how to create a username in Signal, offering enhanced privacy compared to a phone number. The Signal app provides encrypted communication and distinct settings for desktop and mobile versions. The upcoming username feature, in beta, allows for selective sharing and eliminates the need to update contacts after a number change. Instructions for…

  • How to Unlock and Clear Locked WhatsApp Chats

    How to Unlock and Clear Locked WhatsApp Chats

    This guide outlines how to unlock and clear locked chats in WhatsApp—a feature for both Windows and mobile versions. To regain access to chats hidden by a forgotten secret code, users can clear this code, making the chats visible again. The article provides step-by-step instructions on resetting chat privacy settings in WhatsApp to remove the…

  • How to Unlock Hidden Chats in WhatsApp

    How to Unlock Hidden Chats in WhatsApp

    This article details how to manage the privacy of WhatsApp chats by using the lock chat feature to keep conversations hidden and secure on both mobile and desktop versions. It offers guidance on unlocking chats when necessary and stresses the importance of remembering passcodes to maintain security. The feature is beneficial for protecting private information…

  • How to Lock Chats on WhatsApp for Better Privacy

    How to Lock Chats on WhatsApp for Better Privacy

    This article explains how to use the lock chat feature in WhatsApp to keep chat locked and hidden. WhatsApp is a popular cross-platform messaging app that allows users to send text and voice messages, make voice and video calls, share files, and more. The WhatsApp app in Windows can be configured to many settings, including starting…

  • Learn how to use Signal on Windows 11

    Learn how to use Signal on Windows 11

    This guide details installing the Signal Desktop app on Windows 11 for secure messaging and video calls, and requires linking it to a mobile Signal account. Installation involves downloading from signal.org and scanning a QR code with your mobile device. Features include message synchronization, customizable notifications, and attachment management. Remember to keep the app updated…

  • Learn how to read Telegram messages on Windows 11

    Learn how to read Telegram messages on Windows 11

    This article provides a step-by-step guide to accessing Telegram messages on Windows 11 by either installing the desktop app or using the web client. It offers detailed instructions for downloading, installing, and logging into the Telegram Desktop App using a QR code or phone number, and also explains how to access Telegram using its web…

  • How to Use Messenger on Windows 11: A Complete Guide

    How to Use Messenger on Windows 11: A Complete Guide

    The article guides users on installing and using Messenger on Windows 11, from downloading the app via the Microsoft Store to signing in with Facebook account credentials. It highlights features like messaging, voice/video calls, and media sharing, emphasizing the app’s user-friendly interface and customizable settings. It concludes with troubleshooting tips like restarting the app or…

  • Read WhatsApp Messages on Windows 11 Easily

    Read WhatsApp Messages on Windows 11 Easily

    This article guides you through reading WhatsApp messages on a Windows 11 PC by installing WhatsApp Desktop from the Microsoft Store, linking it to your phone via a QR code, and ensuring a seamless messaging experience with a full-size keyboard and larger display. Log out for security when finished. Troubleshoot by checking your phone’s connection…