Telegram Desktop

Last updated: September 15, 2026

Version Latest License Open Source OS Windows

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Telegram Desktop — Telegram Desktop is a fast, secure messenger with huge group chats, channels, and unlimited cloud storage.

Telegram Desktop is the official Windows client for Telegram, one of the fastest and most feature-rich messengers. Your chats sync seamlessly across every device, and media is stored in Telegram’s cloud so it never eats your disk.

Key features:

Seamless sync across phone, tablet and desktop
Groups up to 200,000 members, channels, polls and bots
Send files up to 2 GB each, unlimited cloud storage
Secret chats with end-to-end encryption (on mobile)
Stickers, themes and powerful media editing
Open-source client, no ads in chats

Frequently asked questions

Is Telegram Desktop free?

Yes, fully free with no ads in chats. An optional Premium subscription adds cosmetic and power features.

Do I need my phone to use Telegram on PC?

Only once, to scan the login QR code. After that the desktop app works independently, unlike WhatsApp's early web versions.

Are Telegram chats encrypted?

All chats use client-server encryption; Secret Chats on mobile add end-to-end encryption. The desktop app does not support Secret Chats.

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