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Telegram Desktop

Official desktop app for Telegram – fast cloud messaging with groups, channels, calls and large file sharing, synced across devices.

by Telegram

PRICEFree; optional Telegram Premium

RUNS ONWindows, macOS, Linux

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About Telegram Desktop

Telegram Desktop is the official desktop app for Telegram, a fast, cloud-based messaging service. Your chats sync across all your devices, so you can continue conversations on your computer, phone or tablet.

Main features:

Private chats, groups of up to 200,000 members and broadcast channels
Voice and video calls, plus group video chats
Send files of up to 2 GB each (larger with Premium)
Cloud sync of messages and media across devices
Secret chats with end-to-end encryption on mobile
Bots, stickers, polls and message folders
Fast search across all your chats

Telegram is free to use, with an optional Telegram Premium subscription for extra features. The desktop app runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.

Key features

Chats & groupsPrivate chats, large groups and channels

CallsVoice, video and group video chats

Large filesSend files up to 2 GB each

Cloud syncMessages on all your devices

Bots & stickersPolls, folders and automation

Fast searchFind any message quickly

License and price

License type: Freemium (free + paid plans)
Price: Free; optional Telegram Premium

System requirements

Operating system: Windows, macOS, Linux

Good and keep in mind

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Fast and fully synced across devices
Large file sharing
Groups and channels for communities

Keep in mind

Regular chats are not end-to-end encrypted by default
Secret chats are not available in the desktop app

Frequently asked questions

Is Telegram Desktop free?

Yes. Telegram is free to use. An optional Telegram Premium subscription adds extra features such as larger uploads.

Can I use Telegram on my PC and phone at the same time?

Yes. Telegram is cloud-based, so your messages and media sync between your phone, computer and other devices.

How large are the files I can send?

Each file can be up to 2 GB for free users, and larger with Telegram Premium.

What operating systems does Telegram Desktop support?

Telegram Desktop runs on Windows, macOS and Linux. Telegram also has apps for Android and iOS and a web version.

Where can I download Telegram Desktop safely?

Download it from the official Telegram Desktop website using the link on this page.