Signal Massanger for Ubuntu

Signal is a secure, end-to-end encrypted messaging app that allows you to make voice and video calls as well as send messages, files, and voice memos. It is available for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Linux users can install the Signal app on their Ubuntu desktops using the following steps.

Installation

1. Add the official Signal repository to your system by running the following commands:

# Add the Signal key so that the package can be verified
wget -O- https://updates.signal.org/desktop/apt/keys.asc | sudo apt-key add -
# Add the Signal repository to your sources list
echo "deb [arch=amd64] https://updates.signal.org/desktop/apt xenial main" | sudo tee -a /etc/apt/sources.list.d/signal-xenial.list

2. Install the Signal desktop app by running the following command:

sudo apt update && sudo apt install signal-desktop

Usage

Once installed, you can launch Signal from the applications menu or by running the following command in the terminal:

signal-desktop

When you launch Signal for the first time, you will be prompted to set up the app. You will need to verify your phone number by providing a valid cell phone number and then entering the verification code that you receive via SMS.

Signal offers a number of features beyond just messaging, including group chat, encrypted voice and video calls, and the ability to send files and voice memos. You can learn more by visiting the Signal support site.

Conclusion

Using Signal on Ubuntu and other Linux systems provides you with a secure and private means of communication with friends, family, and colleagues. Follow the steps outlined above to set up and start using Signal on your Linux desktop.