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March 6, 2026

EXTRA SAFE Monthly Recap: What We Shared in February 2026

At EXTRA SAFE, privacy defines everything we build. Each month, we share insights to help you protect your private data, secure your digital assets, and minimize exposure to online threats.​

In February, we focused on several important areas in crypto security, privacy, and technology. Topics included common mistakes that beginners make in the crypto ecosystem, the potential impact of quantum computing on Bitcoin’s cryptography, and an analysis of the Graphalgo campaign targeting developers through open-source supply chains. We also released updates to EXTRA SAFE Chat, such as a redesigned app and expanded multi-language support. In addition, we published short video explainers on starting encrypted sessions, making private calls, and securely storing seed phrases.

Below is a summary of the topics we covered this month to help you stay informed and protected.

📌6 Crypto Mistakes You Need to Avoid as a Beginner

Crypto operates differently from traditional financial applications, particularly regarding access, recovery, and the irreversible nature of transactions. This article outlines six common mistakes beginners make and provides guidance on how to avoid them.

✴️ What Could Happen to Bitcoin Once Quantum Computers Arrive

This post examines the potential implications of quantum computing for Bitcoin, identifies which aspects of its cryptography may be most vulnerable, and distinguishes between theoretical threats and practical risks.

⚙️💡6 Crypto Principles Behind EXTRA SAFE’s Private Communication

The crypto industry has introduced technologies that redefine privacy, identity, and trust online. This article details the six core crypto principles that form the foundation of EXTRA SAFE Chat’s private communication architecture.

🎨🌏Redesigned App & Multi-Language Support In EXTRA SAFE Chat

EXTRA SAFE Chat has released a major update focused on usability and global accessibility, following rapid growth after launch. This post highlights the latest improvements:

  • Multi-language support across eight languages

  • Redesigned chat creation with QR-based connections and flexible invite options

  • Multiple ways to start calls, including links, groups, and EXTRA SAFE Numbers

  • Improved contacts and profile navigation for faster connection management

  • Automatic media downloads that still respect each chat’s lifespan

The update maintains the privacy-first architecture and enhances the user experience for a growing global community.

#EXTRASAFEcheck Graphalgo: A New Threat Targeting Developers via Open-Source Supply Chains

​This post reviews the Graphalgo campaign, which targets Web3 and crypto developers using fake recruiter messages and malicious GitHub assignments. It explains how to identify and avoid this threat.​

🎥🔐 How to get started with your first encrypted session

A short video guide demonstrates how to start your first encrypted session in EXTRA SAFE Chat and begin private communication in a few steps.

🎥📲 How to start a call without registration or sharing personal details

This video explains how calling works in EXTRA SAFE Chat and demonstrates how to start a private conversation in a few steps.

🪙🔣How to store your seed phrase to secure your crypto

In crypto, your seed phrase is the key to your funds. This video covers different methods for storing your seed phrase securely, including QR-based solutions using tools like Text2QR.

📲 Take Privacy With You

EXTRA SAFE is available on desktop and mobile. You can start encrypted sessions at extrasafe.chat

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