Telegram is primarily a popular messaging app that can be used to communicate with individuals and groups of various sizes via text, audio, or video. The platform also supports a range of social media features, such as Telegram channels for posting and following news, stories for creating image posts that expire after 24 hours, and chat groups.
How to use Telegram
The Telegram app and platform first launched on iOS in August 2013, with an official app for Android devices following in October of the same year. Official Telegram apps eventually launched for Windows, Linux, and macOS computers, in addition to a web version. As of March 2024, Telegram has over 900 million monthly active users.
Telegram is mainly used for sending text messages to contacts, connecting with other people in groups, and following Telegram news channels. However, there are many other features that are popular with users.
Here's a list of some of Telegram's most popular tools:
