With more and more people suddenly working from home, Zoom meetings have almost become a way of life. Whether it’s for office use, educational use, or just for friends and family, the app has seen a huge spike in its user base. Zoom is easy to use and available on all major platforms, making it one of the go-to apps for many.
How to Protect Yourself from Hackers on Zoom Calls
But growing concerns about security and privacy have put the app under scrutiny. Zoom has a plan in place to improve security, but in the meantime, here’s what we can do to make sure our Zoom calls are as safe as possible.
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End-to-End Encryption is widely considered the gold standard for encryption and security. This encryption protocol ensures that no one except the person communicating can read a single bit of the data being transmitted. Zoom has faced a lot of criticism for its lack of encryption standards, and this new addition is a fitting response to the doubters. It’s still in beta and you’re missing out on cloud recording, phone/SIP/H.323 dial-up, and more, but it’s still the best way to go for industrial-grade security.
