LINE enabled end-to-end encryption by default – similar to rival services WhatsApp and Viber – but this doesn’t mean it’s now magically available in countries that have blocked the service. Encryption means your chats are now protected, which is an excellent move by the company, but the possibility of a backdoor still exists.
Companies like Facebook and WhatsApp will deny the existence of a backdoor, but it’s impossible to know the truth. A VPN will add an additional layer of security to your chat experience whilst also unlocking stickers and providing access to the service if simply unavailable.
We recommend you use a VPN while chatting on LINE for the best experience.