Telegram is an easy-to-use, secure messaging and VoIP service. The program can be installed on multiple locations and devices, and will synchronize with all connected tools. It supports video calls, broadcast messages, huge chat rooms and can transfer any file type, up to 1.5 gigs each.
Note the program requires a working phone number in order to log in (via SMS or automated phone call).
Cross-platform with clients available for Mac, Linux, iOS, Android and as a web app. A PortableApps version is also available.
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Runs on: | Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder, Windows registry |
Dependencies: | Requires entry of a working phone number. |
Stealth: ? | No. HKCU\Software\TelegramDesktop By default, the program downloads media and documents into its own folder. To remove extra files and improve privacy, enter Settings > Advanced > Data and Storage > Download path > Default folder to "Temp Folder, cleared on logout". |
License: | GNU GPLv3 |
How to extract: | Download the "Portable version" ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch telegram.exe. |
Similar/alternative apps: | RetroShare, IsoToxin |
What's new? | See: https://github.com/telegramdesktop/tdesktop/releases. |
v1.3.8 - the BIG new feature here is that you can now export/backup your data.
v1.3.8
Last version for XP is 1.8.15
v2.5.8