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Unlike WhatsApp, Signal supports multiple operating systems natively including Windows, Mac, Linux and others.
It is also important to note that Signal does not offer a web version so for those who want to use the app on their desktop PCs will have to download it and use it.
If you are new to Signal and wondering how to do it? Follow our step-by-step guide:
- Pre-requisites:
- The latest version of the Signal app
- Working internet connection
- Active Signal client on smartphone
- Windows 64-bit: 7, 8, 8.1 and 10
- macOS 10.10 and above
Steps to download and setup Signal on Windows and Mac
1.
Visit https://signal.org/download/ and download Signal for your operating system
Visit https://signal.org/download/ and download Signal for your operating system
2.
Install it and run the software
Install it and run the software
3.
Open Signal on your phone and head to Signal Settings -> Linked Devices -> ‘+’ button.
Open Signal on your phone and head to Signal Settings -> Linked Devices -> ‘+’ button.
4.
Scan QR code using your phone and start using Signal on your PC or Mac.
