How to get started

On your phone (Android/iOS):
- Go to the Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
- Search for "Signal Private Messenger".
- Tap Install and wait for the app to download.
On your computer (optional):
- Visit signal.org/download and download the desktop app for Windows, macOS, or Linux.

Open the Signal app on your phone.
Tap "Continue" on the welcome screen.
Enter your phone number (make sure it’s correct—Signal will send a verification code).
Tap "Register".

Signal app is seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken

(Example: Signal registration screen—you’ll see a field for your phone number.)

Signal will send you a 6-digit verification code via SMS.
Enter the code in the app.
If you don’t receive the code, tap "Resend code" or "Call me" to get it via a phone call.

(Note: Signal requires a real phone number for registration.)

After verification, Signal will ask for your profile name (this can be your real name or a nickname).
You can also add a profile picture (optional).
Tap "Continue".

Signal will prompt you to create a 4-digit PIN to secure your account and backups.
Choose a PIN you’ll remember and confirm it.

(This PIN helps recover your account if you switch phones.)

Signal will ask for permission to access your contacts, microphone, and camera (for calls and media sharing).
Tap "Allow" for each permission to enable full functionality.

Signal will automatically sync your contacts (if allowed) and show you who else is using Signal.
Tap the pencil icon (✏️) to start a new chat.
Search for a contact and send your first message.

(Example: Signal chat screen—tap the pencil icon to start a conversation.)

Install the Signal App on your computer first
Open Signal on your phone and go to Settings > Linked Devices.
Open Signal on your computer and scan the QR code shown there with your phone.

(This syncs your messages across devices.)

_{(Created with Mistral AI)}