Although Signal messenger packs a ton of nifty features such as automated replies and disappearing messages, it still lacks some key features its alternatives offer. One such missing feature is the lack of a seamless migration tool to transfer accounts to a new device. So, to compete against its rivals, Signal is currently testing a new feature that lets users transfer their chats from one Android device to another.
A recent report from TestingCatalog, however, suggests that Signal is currently beta testing a feature to ease up the process. The feature dubbed “Transfer Account” will let users transfer their Signal data to a new Android device “quickly and securely”. Moreover, it will secure the backups with end-to-end encryption much like WhatsApp’s upcoming feature.
Currently, the “Transfer Account” feature is available on the beta version of Signal (v5.5.0). This means the feature is currently in the testing phase and will roll out to the general public once it is ready. You can expect it to reach your device in the coming weeks.
