Cloud-first conversations
Every chat, media file and channel lives in the Telegram cloud and appears on every device the moment you sign in.
English download portal · 2026 edition
Telegram for every screen you own,built for speed and privacy.
Download the latest official Telegram build for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS, or launch Telegram Web straight from your browser. All installers come with step-by-step guides, system requirements and clear security tips in English.
- 900M+
- monthly users
- 5
- supported platforms
- 4 GB
- per uploaded file
Why Telegram
Fast messaging that respects your data
Telegram is a cloud-based messenger built around speed, security and open protocols. Whether you use it as a productivity hub, a channel broadcaster or simply as a WhatsApp alternative, the same account works everywhere with instant sync.
Battle-tested security
End-to-end encrypted Secret Chats, passcode and biometric locks, two-step verification, and per-session device controls.
Massive channels & groups
Unlimited followers on channels, up to 200,000 members per group, admin tools, topics, polls and rich moderation.
Files up to 4 GB
Send documents, uncompressed videos and full app installers up to 4 GB per file with no lossy compression.
Voice & video calls
One-to-one HD calls, group video calls with screen sharing, and voice chats that scale inside big communities.
Bots & automation
Thousands of bots for reminders, shopping, translations, moderation, mini-apps and payments — no separate accounts.
Everywhere you work
One Telegram account, all five platforms
Every build on this site connects to the same Telegram cloud. Jump from the Windows desktop app during work hours to Telegram Web on a laptop in a café and finally to your phone at night — with the exact same chat history and drafts.
- Instant sync of messages, media and drafts across every logged-in session.
- Full English UI plus 60+ community translations and per-chat themes.
- Constant updates: expect a fresh Telegram release almost every month with new features and fixes.
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Download for Windows →Windows
Native Telegram Desktop build for laptops and PCs running Windows 10 or 11.
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Open Telegram Web →Web
Open Telegram directly in your browser — no install, no local data, sign in with QR.
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Open Mac page →macOS
Native Telegram for Mac built for both Apple Silicon and Intel processors.
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Open on App Store →iOS
Get Telegram on iPhone and iPad directly from the App Store, free of charge.
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Download APK →Android
Official Telegram APK for phones and tablets, plus a link to Google Play.
Quick start
Three steps to get chatting
You don't need any technical background to install Telegram. Every platform page walks you through the process, but here is the short version.
1Pick your device
Open the download center and choose Windows, macOS, Android, iOS or the browser build — each option leads to a dedicated install page.
2Install or open Telegram
Follow the install wizard or launch Telegram Web in a browser tab. Every download link on this site goes through the official Telegram delivery network.
3Sign in & sync
Verify your phone number, or scan the QR code from an active session. Your chats, channels and media appear instantly across every device.
Chats that feel alive
A modern chat experience with sticker packs, reactions and threads
Telegram is more than plain text. Send animated stickers, use emoji reactions, jump into topic-based conversations inside supergroups, and pin the important messages so no context ever gets lost.
- Emoji reactions & pinned messages
- Topic-based groups & forums
- Custom stickers, GIFs and emoji
- Scheduled and silent messages
- Message translation on demand
- Powerful global search
Privacy by design
Serious security controls without sacrificing convenience
Telegram combines cloud-side chat encryption for regular conversations with end-to-end encrypted Secret Chats when you need the highest level of privacy. Both flows are backed by per-device sessions, biometric locks and a transparent administrative log.
- End-to-end encrypted Secret Chats with self-destruct timers
- Two-step verification with recovery email
- Face ID / Touch ID / fingerprint app lock
- Active sessions dashboard — sign out remotely
- Fine-grained privacy controls for phone number and last-seen
- Anti-phishing warnings inside official channels
From the blog
Latest Telegram guides & release notes
Deep-dives on Telegram features, security tips, channel-admin tactics and release recaps, all written in English.
Telegram Account Settings
How does Telegram handle phone number changes to preserve chat history?
Telegram's Change Number feature preserves all chat history, contacts, and groups. Step-by-step guide for Android, iOS, and desktop. Includes tips and troubleshooting.
Telegram Official Team
Common questions
Frequently asked before downloading Telegram
The eight most common questions we hear from readers — download safety, cross-device sync, Web vs Desktop and how to fix late notifications on Android.
Need more answers? Head to the full FAQ or the beginner guide.
1Is Telegram really free to download from this site?
Yes. Every installer we link to is delivered from the official Telegram network, and Telegram is free on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS and in the browser. There are no forced ads in private chats, no paid tier to send messages, and no hidden subscriptions.
2What is the difference between Telegram Desktop and Telegram Web?
Telegram Desktop is a native application installed on your computer with system integration, background notifications and offline caching. Telegram Web runs inside a browser tab, requires no installation and is ideal for shared or short-term computers where you cannot install software.
3Can I use the same Telegram account on several devices at once?
Yes. Telegram is cloud-first: your messages, media and channels are stored on Telegram servers and stay in sync across every active session — Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android and the web can all be signed in at the same time.
4Which Telegram build should I pick for a Windows 11 laptop?
Choose the 64-bit Telegram Desktop installer from our Windows download page. It supports both Windows 10 and Windows 11, updates itself automatically, and integrates with system notifications, Focus Assist and taskbar previews.
5Is Telegram Web safe to use on a public computer?
Telegram Web is a good option for shared computers precisely because it does not install anything locally. Turn on two-step verification first, use a private/incognito window, sign out from your avatar when you finish, and if you forget, terminate the session remotely from Settings → Devices on your phone.
6How do I move my chats from WhatsApp to Telegram?
Open WhatsApp, pick the chat you want to migrate, tap More → Export chat and share the resulting file to Telegram. Telegram will parse the export and place the messages, images and videos into the matching Telegram chat with the correct timestamps.
7Why are my Telegram notifications delayed on Android?
Aggressive battery savers and manufacturer 'phone managers' are the usual culprit. Open Settings → Apps → Telegram → Battery, choose Unrestricted, and allow background data on both Wi-Fi and mobile networks. If Telegram is installed via APK, disable any auto-cleaning tools that force-stop background apps.
8How can I keep my Telegram account secure?
Enable two-step verification, set a passcode plus biometric lock inside Telegram, and review the Active Sessions list from time to time to sign out unfamiliar devices. Use Secret Chats when a conversation must never touch the cloud, and never install Telegram from an untrusted mirror.