This isn’t exactly correct. The bridge terminates the service encryption then applies matrix encryption (if used). So there’s a moment where the messages exist in an unencrypted state, but that’s not the same as bridge -> client being unencrypted.
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gay4dudes@sh.itjust.works 5 weeks agoThe bridge just uses whatsapp web (so you will still “use” it). It works like a dream but you need to trust who ever hosts it as the messages to the bridge are unencrypted. But you dont have to use their app anymore.
relic__@lemmy.world 5 weeks ago
RestrictedAccount@lemmy.world 5 weeks ago
But if it is a spook or scammer hosting then they get everything
Infernal_pizza@lemmy.dbzer0.com 5 weeks ago
Bit WhatsApp web only works as a linked device, so you still need WhatsApp on your phone?
gay4dudes@sh.itjust.works 5 weeks ago
Well I activated it and then uninstalled it and since then it works.
Luvs2Spuj@lemmy.world 5 weeks ago
Thanks for the explanation.