You might be wondering why I choose Microsoft Teams over other popular messaging platforms for our monthly family catch-ups. Simple: privacy.
Unlike many free apps that make money by collecting your data and selling it to advertisers, Teams doesn’t do that. It’s built for secure communication—not for mining your conversations.
Ever had one of those creepy moments where you chat with someone on Facebook Messenger about moving to Alaska and living in an igloo… and suddenly you’re bombarded with ads for snow boots, parkas, cold-weather gear, and Alaskan cruises? Yeah, that’s exactly what I’m trying to avoid.
With Teams, our conversations stay between us. No targeted ads. No weird spam. Just family, talking freely.
Here are the official download links for Microsoft Teams on mobile devices:
📱 For iOS (iPhone/iPad): Download it from the
🤖 For Android: Get it from the
These links will take you directly to the app so you can install it and join your family chats with peace of mind. Want help writing a quick invite message to get everyone on board?