Features
Everything Telegram can do
Telegram packs a remarkable amount into a lightweight app. Here's a tour of the standout features that make it a fast, secure and genuinely capable messenger on every platform.
Messaging that keeps up
Cloud chats
Access your full history from any device instantly — nothing to back up or restore.
Secret chats
End-to-end encryption with self-destruct timers for your most private conversations.
Message scheduling
Write now, deliver later with scheduled and silent messages, plus lightning-fast delivery.
Built for communities
Channels
Broadcast to an unlimited audience with view counts and reactions.
Supergroups
Host up to 200,000 members with admin tools, topics and permissions.
Chat folders & bots
Sort conversations into tidy tabs and automate tasks with thousands of bots.
Rich media and calls
2 GB uploads
Share documents, 4K video and uncompressed photos with room to spare.
HD group calls
Voice and video calls with screen sharing for teams and friends.
Stickers & emoji
Expressive animated stickers, custom emoji and reactions in every chat.
Everywhere
Your chats follow you across devices
Because everything is stored in the cloud, switching between phone, tablet, laptop and browser is seamless. Pick up a conversation exactly where you left off, on any screen.
Try these features today
Install Telegram on your device and start exploring cloud chats, channels and bots in minutes. New to the app? Our step-by-step guide walks you through the basics.