Question 1

What is Specterfy?

Accepted Answer

Specterfy is an anonymous, ephemeral messaging application. It allows you to send text messages that are permanently deleted after a short timer once the recipient opens them. The core principles are privacy, anonymity, and leaving no trace.

Question 2

How do I sign up?

Accepted Answer

You only need to create a password to sign up. The system will automatically generate a permanent, unchangeable Ghost ID for you (e.g., GHOST-ABC12). There is no email or phone number required.

Question 3

Can I recover my account if I forget my password?

Accepted Answer

No. We do not store any personal information, so there is absolutely no way to recover a forgotten password. If you lose your password, your Ghost ID and any unread messages are permanently inaccessible.

Question 4

How secure are my messages?

Accepted Answer

Messages are encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard AES-256 encryption. However, true security also depends on user behavior. Be aware of physical security (someone looking over your shoulder) and the limitations mentioned regarding screenshots.

Question 5

Can someone screenshot my messages?

Accepted Answer

Yes. While we discourage it, we cannot technically prevent screenshots or screen recordings on the recipient's device. Always be mindful of what you share and who you share it with. For highly sensitive information, use shorter timers to reduce exposure.

Question 6

What are the available timer options?

Accepted Answer

When composing a message, you can choose from 10, 20, 40, 60, or 90 second timers. The timer starts immediately when the recipient opens the message, not when you send it.

Question 7

Can I read a message more than once?

Accepted Answer

No. Messages can only be opened once. As soon as you open a message, the self-destruct timer starts and cannot be paused or stopped.

Question 8

Can I see messages I've sent?

Accepted Answer

No. After sending a message, it disappears from your view immediately. You will see a confirmation that it was delivered, but you cannot re-read your own sent messages. This is by design to maintain ephemerality.

Say it. Forget it. Gone in 60.

Why Specterfy?

Security & Privacy

Control & Speed

Self-Destructing Messages

Anonymous Identity

You Control The Timer

How It Works

Get your Ghost ID

Send encrypted messages

Watch them disappear

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