There is going to be a back end spy one way or the other. No social app is safe. We are all exposed one way or the other. For me I quite prefer WhatsApp, I make use of the security awareness and verification exercise to keep me safe. It's linking to face book helps me connect further. So frankly. I have little or no choice. As for Telegram. I am still under studying the app. I could consider it sooner or later. Happy New month @esmeesmith