How to Use Telegram for Messaging

Send fast, free messages and join groups on Telegram.

At a Glance

Download Telegram

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Search for "Telegram" in the App Store or Google Play Store. Download it for free and open it.

Create your account

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Enter your phone number and the verification code sent to you by text. Add your name and an optional profile photo.

Start chatting

~15s

Tap the pencil icon to start a new message. Find contacts who also use Telegram, or invite friends by sharing your username. Type a message and tap send.

Explore channels and groups

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Telegram has public channels and groups about almost any topic — news, hobbies, pets, cooking, and more. Tap the search bar and type a topic to find channels you can join.

Quick Tip

Channels are one-way broadcasts (like following a news page). Groups are two-way conversations where everyone can talk.

Use Telegram on your computer

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You can also use Telegram on your computer. Go to web.telegram.org or download the desktop app. Sign in with your phone number to see all your messages on the big screen.

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