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Joseph Cox of 404 Media, who hasn’t owned a phone since 2017, tested Cape to explore how our tech addresses the vulnerabilities that kept him off mobile.

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Modern intelligence agencies are adapting to new surveillance threats. Cape is highlighted as tech that makes mobile identities untraceable.

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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.

Announcing Our Open Beta, in Partnership with Proton

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 data private and secure—without relying on legacy carrier infrastructure.

Inside Cape's Mobile Core

True security starts with assuming nothing and trusting minimally. Cape’s defense-in-depth approach with layered encryption, access controls, and modern security practices protects your privacy from all sides.

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Don’t Trust Us: Defense-in-Depth at Cape

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

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How to find a secure phone service that puts your privacy first—learn about the security features and vulnerabilities of top commercial phone carriers in 2025.

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Most privacy solutions - like specialized apps or burner phones - focus primarily on app and device-level threats. Yet, some of the most serious vulnerabilities stem from network-level weaknesses. By addressing both device and network security, Cape offers a broader layer of protection against sophisticated threats.

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Learn how a secure dumb phone protects your privacy. Discover the most popular options on the market and see how to secure your data beyond your device.

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5 Secure Dumb Phones Worth Checking Out

Discover the most secure cell phone devices on the market. Learn how to go beyond hardware security to protect your data and communication on the network level.