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Peek under the hood of Cape’s mobile network to see how we’ve built a secure, modern telecom core from scratch. This post breaks down how we keep your calls, texts, and data private and secure—without relying on legacy carrier infrastructure.

At Cape, our network is built from the ground up to protect our subscribers from breaches, surveillance, and other attacks. This blog will walk you through Cape’s 5 core protections, and how each could have stopped the attacks that made the news.

Cape is excited to launch our open beta to anyone in the U.S. seeking privacy in their mobile communications. Plus, we’re partnering with Proton to offer Cape subscribers exclusive access to Proton’s privacy suite for just $1 for 6 months. Take control of your privacy today. Get Cape.

Traditional voicemail is a weak link in telecom security. Attackers have exploited unencrypted voicemail systems to intercept sensitive messages, including 2FA codes. At Cape, we've eliminated this vulnerability by encrypting our voicemail, ensuring that no one—not even Cape—can listen to your voicemails.

Thanks to long-standing vulnerabilities in telco signaling protocols, your phone can be tracked, and messages intercepted—all without malware, phishing, or any access to your device. Learn more about signaling attacks, and Cape's proprietary signaling proxy that can detect and block these attacks in real time.

We tasked licensed private investigators to try to find phones using the Cape network, versus those of other major carriers. See what they found.

True security starts with assuming nothing and trusting minimally. In this blog, we explore Cape’s defense-in-depth approach and minimal-trust architecture, showcasing how layered encryption, fine-grained access controls, and modern security practices protect your privacy from all sides.

Tokenization enhances security by replacing sensitive payment details with encrypted tokens, keeping your financial data safe from unauthorized access. At Cape, we leverage this technology through Stripe to prioritize your privacy and protect your information.

Traditional carrier security relies on outdated usernames and passwords, making your mobile identity vulnerable. Cape replaces them with digital signatures, providing advanced cryptographic authentication to keep your account secure.

Cape’s CEO, John Doyle, shares thoughts on our journey building Cape, and the opening of our service to private citizens that need it most.

Don’t trust us—see if for yourself. Introducing Cape’s new Trust Portal, a window into what we’re doing to keep your information private and secure.

Our deep integration with an enterprise-grade cellular network is an industry-first, delivering unparalleled coverage and capabilities.

Hear our CEO John’s take on why Cape raised $61 million to put your privacy back in your hands.

We are proud to introduce Cape, where we’re challenging the assumption that being connected necessitates giving away your personal information.

Which mobile carrier offers better value? Compare AT&T vs. Verizon on plans, coverage, and real-world reliability to find out what aligns with your needs.

A journalist is mistakenly added to a White House signal group chat, a security researcher discovers a Verizon vulnerability leaking all customer call logs, and other Cape news.

It’s essential to understand your rights under cell phone privacy laws. This post breaks down key laws and regulations, what they mean for you, and how you can better protect your data.

Cape worked with The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) to make a breakthrough discovery of suspicious activity indicative of a CSS possibly being deployed at the 2024 DNC.

Your phone is constantly communicating with the world around it—sending out signals to maintain your connection, location, and services. But have you ever wondered what information is actually being broadcast by your device? In this post, we break down the key pieces of information your phone broadcasts and why they matter.

In our latest blog, we break down the year’s biggest headlines and show how Cape’s privacy-first features are designed to keep us out of stories like these.

America’s telecom networks need a reboot. Salt Typhoon exposed outdated systems and poor defenses—it's time to modernize and secure critical communications.

We've analyzed and ranked popular messaging apps on five key security dimensions to help you find the ones that truly protect your privacy.

VPNs are powerful tools for safeguarding aspects of your digital privacy—but common misconceptions can leave you exposed. Learn what VPNs can and can’t do, and how to create a more comprehensive privacy strategy.

Each spam call you accept actually provides your carrier with revenue. At Cape, your privacy is our priority, and we won't profit off your spam. Switch to Cape and see the difference for yourself.

Nearly everyone relies on secure, continuous wireless communication in their professional and personal lives—but recent events have exposed serious gaps in telecommunications security that could threaten that foundation.

109M people suffered a massive data breach in Apr 2024 that exposed their AT&T communication logs from May-Oct 2022, and Jan 2023—meaning the data was approximately two years old at the time of the breach. This incident begs the question—how long are telcos retaining your sensitive data, and why?

If your passwords have been hacked, it's critical to act quickly to secure your accounts. Here's how passwords get stolen, the signs to watch for, and essential steps to protect your credentials.

If you suspect your phone has been hacked, it's important to act quickly. Learn the key signs of a compromised device, steps to secure it, and tips for preventing future attacks.

Telco giants have amassed business lines like residential broadband, advertising, content affiliates, and IoT divisions. This integration means that major carriers have built their business around knowing nearly everything about you—from your viewing and browsing habits to your race, sexuality, religious beliefs, political affiliation, and income level.

More than just an inconvenience, spam is one of the most common vehicles scammers use to compromise your privacy and security. Learn why spam is dangerous, who is at risk, and how you can protect yourself.

Your carrier makes it hard for you to opt out of data sharing, putting your privacy at risk when your data is sold. We walk you through it in this step-by-step guide.

Is your iPhone or Android eSIM compatible? Check out our blog to learn if your device supports eSIM technology in this easy-to-follow guide.

Whether you’re looking to cut screen time, find a safe option for kids, or protect your privacy, there's a dumb phone for you. Explore our 2024 list to find the right minimalist device.

We keep the most comprehensive and up-to-date timeline of telco data breaches among the top carriers in the United States.

When you sign up for a cell phone plan with a traditional mobile carrier, the price is rarely as advertised. Learn about the hidden costs—in your dollars and in your data—of your monthly cell phone bill, and how you can take back control with Cape.

AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Sprint fined over $200 million dollars for illegally sharing access to customer location data — a reminder that Big Telco has been monetizing data as long as Big Tech — with potentially greater consequences for your privacy.

Hackers are offering $300 per phone number. See how outdated, human-in-the-loop security practices at traditional carriers enable SIM swaps, and learn to protect yourself.

73 million AT&T customers were put at risk of identity theft, financial fraud, or other breaches of their personal security. Learn what to do if you were affected and why it matters who holds your data.