Hey everyone, I just saw the news about Gmail rolling out a new encryption feature for messages. They’re calling it end-to-end encryption, but I’m not so sure it fits the bill. From what I understand, true E2EE means only the sender and recipient can access the content, with no middleman able to decrypt it. But it seems like Google might still have some level of access here. Am I missing something, or is this more of a marketing spin than actual E2EE? Has anyone looked into the technical details of how this works? I’d love to hear your thoughts on whether this new feature really offers the privacy and security Gmail is claiming. Thanks!
I’ve been looking into Gmail’s new encryption feature, and it’s not quite the bulletproof E2EE solution they’re marketing it as. While it does add an extra layer of security, Google still holds the encryption keys, which means they technically could access the content if compelled to. True E2EE would keep those keys solely in the hands of users.
That said, it’s still a step in the right direction for mainstream email providers. It offers better protection against external threats and casual snooping. But for those requiring absolute privacy, dedicated E2EE platforms like ProtonMail or Signal are still the way to go.
Always read the fine print with these security features. Companies often use buzzwords like ‘end-to-end’ loosely. It’s on us to dig deeper and understand the actual protections in place.
yeah, gmail’s new feature isn’t true e2ee. google still has the keys, so they can potentially peek at ur messages. it’s better than nothing, but if u need real privacy, look elsewhere. protonmail or signal r better options for sensitive stuff. always be skeptical of big tech’s security claims!
As someone who’s worked in cybersecurity for years, I can tell you that Gmail’s new encryption feature is a mixed bag. It’s definitely an improvement, but it’s not true end-to-end encryption.
The key issue is that Google still has access to the encryption keys. This means they could potentially decrypt your messages if required by law enforcement or if their systems were compromised.
That said, it does offer better protection against external threats and casual interception. For most users, this level of security is probably sufficient for day-to-day communications.
However, if you’re dealing with sensitive information or need absolute privacy, you should look into dedicated E2EE solutions. PGP encryption or services like ProtonMail offer more robust protection.
Remember, no system is perfect. Always consider your specific security needs and threat model when choosing communication tools.