Hacker Inc: Why We Switched to Simple X Chat Over Telegram and WhatsApp
At Hacker Inc, we prioritize user privacy and security above all else. After careful evaluation, we’ve decided to transition from Telegram and WhatsApp to Simple X Chat for our communication needs. This shift is driven by growing concerns over data privacy, particularly with WhatsApp, and a desire for a more secure, transparent alternative. Here’s a detailed breakdown of our decision, including how WhatsApp’s own Meta AI has inadvertently highlighted its privacy shortcomings.
WhatsApp’s Privacy Concerns
WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has long marketed itself as a secure messaging platform with end-to-end encryption. However, recent interactions with Meta AI, integrated into the app, reveal a troubling reality. When pressed with direct questions about privacy, Meta AI admitted that WhatsApp is not completely private and that it violates user privacy. Specifically, in a conversation captured on June 17, 2025, Meta AI acknowledged that WhatsApp collects data such as phone numbers and IP addresses, sharing some of this information with Meta companies. While end-to-end encryption is offered for messages, the AI noted that whether this constitutes a "violation" depends on individual privacy expectations and standards. When asked point-blank, "WhatsApp violates user privacy, yes?" the AI responded with a simple "Yes," underscoring the platform’s limitations.
This admission aligns with broader criticisms of WhatsApp’s data practices. The app’s privacy policy allows Meta to access metadata and other user information, which can be used for targeted advertising or shared with third parties. For a company like Hacker Inc, where sensitive discussions are commonplace, this level of data exposure is unacceptable.
Telegram’s Shortcomings
While Telegram offers strong encryption for "Secret Chats" and has a reputation for privacy, it falls short in other areas. Its default chats are not end-to-end encrypted, and the platform stores data in a way that could potentially be accessed by authorities. Additionally, Telegram’s ownership structure and past controversies have raised questions about its long-term reliability. For Hacker Inc, these uncertainties made Telegram a less appealing choice compared to a more robust alternative.
Why Simple X Chat?
Simple X Chat, built with a focus on decentralization and user control, emerged as the ideal replacement. Unlike WhatsApp and Telegram, Simple X Chat does not rely on a central entity to store user data, reducing the risk of mass data collection or breaches. It employs state-of-the-art encryption across all communications by default and offers users granular control over their information. Furthermore, its open-source nature allows our team to audit and verify its security protocols, aligning with our
commitment to transparency.
The decision to switch was also influenced by the active community on X, where users have praised Simple X Chat for its privacy-first design. This real-time feedback, combined with its technical advantages, convinced us that Simple X Chat meets our stringent requirements.
The candid admission from Meta AI about WhatsApp’s privacy violations was the tipping point for Hacker Inc. We can no longer trust a platform that collects and shares user data, nor one with Telegram’s inconsistent encryption. Simple X Chat offers the security, control, and peace of mind we need to protect our communications. As we complete this transition, we encourage others in the tech community to reevaluate their messaging tools and prioritize privacy in an increasingly surveilled digital world.
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