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lines changed Original file line number Diff line number Diff line change @@ -176,7 +176,16 @@ Unlike messaging groups, guild channels are not encrypted by default.
176176!!! question "Why are guild channels not encrypted by default?"
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178178 In the real world, most guilds are used as spaces for open communities where people join and leave
179- freely.
179+ freely. Encrypted communications channels are useful when the communication between actors is potentially
180+ sensitive. Additionally, for encryption to be effective, you must at least somewhat trust the
181+ parties able to decrypt your messages.
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183+ The potential for anyone to join a chat and receive the entire encrypted history undermines the
184+ purpose of encryption. Therefore, we don't offer cross-actor encrypted chat history distribution,
185+ even for guild channels.
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187+ Encrypted guild channels are available, but without cross-actor encrypted chat history
188+ distribution, their user experience is not fit for a "default" status.
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181190## 3. Encrypted channels and groups
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