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Comment by philliphaydon

I’m convinced WhatsApp’s e2e is BS. Because multiple times I’ve mentioned something I’ve never even googled and then had Facebook ads for those things show up minutes later.

The most notable one being renting an apartment. I viewed an apartment then sent a message to the agent requesting window grills or latches and then had adverts for that stuff straight away.

When ever I mention this on HN I get downvoted with lame excuses as to why it happened but none of them are plausible.

My friend messaged me saying he needed to go buy kitty litter and I get adverts for cat toys and supplies on Facebook despite not even replying to him?

Anyone who believes WhatsApp is really e2e is a fool IMO.

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