End-to-end encryption (E2EE) is a security measure that ensures that only the sender and intended recipients of a message can access the contents. It encrypts the data at the source, and the encrypted data can only be decrypted by the recipient, making it difficult for anyone else to intercept, access, or read the data.
With E2EE, data is encrypted by the sender's device before it is sent and only decrypted by the receiver's device when it is received. This means that even if the data is intercepted during transmission, it cannot be read or decrypted by anyone other than the intended recipient.
This type of security measure is used in various communication tools such as messaging apps, email services, and video conferencing software to ensure that conversations are private and secure. It is especially important for sensitive information such as financial transactions, personal data, and confidential business information.