WhatsApp Develops Its Own Cloud Backup System for iPhone
WhatsApp is developing its own end-to-end encrypted cloud backup system for iOS users, an alternative to iCloud. Here are all the details about the new feature.
WhatsApp is working on a new cloud backup provider that allows its users to get rid of iCloud addiction. This feature developed by the company will allow iOS users to store their chat history directly on WhatsApp servers.
The system, which is in the testing phase, aims to raise security standards by requiring all backups to be end-to-end encrypted by default. This feature, which is not currently in beta, aims to provide an infrastructure where users can start with 2 GB of free storage and switch to paid plans if necessary.
- WhatsApp is developing its own cloud backup system to reduce dependence on iCloud and Google Drive.
- The platform plans to offer users 2 GB of free storage that is end-to-end encrypted by default.
- The backup system will include different priced storage options such as 50 GB and 1 TB for users who will switch.
- End-to-end encryption will be a mandatory, not optional, security protocol for backups on WhatsApp servers.
Trying to Fix iCloud Storage Problems
The free 5 GB iCloud space offered by Apple can fill up quickly due to photo and document backups. The fact that WhatsApp backups occupy this space creates a major storage problem for users.
Thanks to the newly developed feature, users will be able to use their iCloud capacity more efficiently for other applications by moving their WhatsApp data to another area.
Backing up on WhatsApp’s own servers will significantly ease the burden on iCloud storage capacity.
Security Protocols Are Made Mandatory
Security stands out as the top priority in backups to WhatsApp’s own servers. While encryption is an optional feature in backups on iCloud, all information in WhatsApp’s new system will be end-to-end encrypted by default.
Users will be able to choose either password or passkey techniques to protect their backups.
Paid Storage Plans Are Being Prepared
The company is working on a gradual pricing model for cases where the free 2 GB capacity will not be enough.
Similar to Apple’s current pricing, options such as 50 GB and 1 TB are expected to be offered. However, it should be noted that these prices are not yet official and may change.
Cross-platform backup reinforcement may become possible in the future with this new infrastructure.
Backup Migration Process is Managed
When users switch to this new service offered by WhatsApp, they will be able to manually clear their old backups on iCloud.
This process, which can be easily managed through application settings, gives the user full control over their data. This feature, which is now in the development phase, is expected to be available for both iOS and Android users at the same time.
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