WhisperLink: A Novel Anonymous Messaging Service for a Secured Data Communication
Martin Morales, Amit Boyina, Dev Kothari, Md Moniruzzaman, Ajmery Sultana · 2024
WhisperLink is an innovative anonymous messaging service that aims to enhance privacy in digital communication. Hosted on the secure and robust infrastructure of the Google Cloud Platform, WhisperLink enables users to create secure, temporary chat rooms that self-destruct after 24 hours. By not requiring logins, WhisperLink ensures confidentiality, enabling users to communicate without worrying about the risks associated with the exposure of personal data. WhisperLink places a strong emphasis on confidentiality and anonymity by employing end-toend encryption, which ensures that messages can only be read by the intended recipients. It also has additional authentication features such as security questions, allowing only authorized users to access chat rooms. The platform deletes messages after $\mathbf{2 4}$ hours and does not store any residual data, therefore keeping conversations private and transient. The platform can be used innovatively in various user scenarios, making it ideal for social, professional, and private interactions. WhisperLink provides a flexible and secure platform for immediate, private communication, offering a user-friendly and efficient messaging experience. With these features, WhisperLink stands out as a leading solution in secure, anonymous digital communication.