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Telegram is a messaging app for sending text messages, photos, videos, documents, and voice messages, as well as making voice and video calls. You can chat one-to-one, create groups, and follow public channels that share updates with many subscribers. It also supports bots and larger file sharing than many messaging apps, though available limits and features may change over time.

Telegram is free to download on Android and iOS, and its core messaging features are available without a subscription. An optional Telegram Premium plan adds extra features, such as higher limits and additional customization, with availability and pricing depending on your region. You may also use mobile data or incur carrier charges, so check your plan if you send large files or make calls away from Wi-Fi.

No. Telegram’s regular cloud chats are encrypted between your device and Telegram’s servers, then stored in the cloud so you can access them across devices; they are not end-to-end encrypted by default. For end-to-end encryption, use Secret Chats, which are available for individual conversations and are tied to the devices involved. Review the chat type and privacy settings before sharing sensitive information.

Telegram accounts are registered using a phone number, although you can control who is able to see your number in the privacy settings and use a username to help others find you. Once signed in, you can access cloud chats on multiple devices, including phones, tablets, and computers. Secret Chats do not sync in the same way and remain available only on the devices where they were started.

Telegram offers settings for controlling who can see your phone number, profile photo, last-seen status, and who can add you to groups. You can block accounts, report unwanted messages, and enable two-step verification for added account security. Be cautious with links, bots, public groups, and files from people you do not trust; also remember that public channels and groups may be visible to a wide audience.