Telegram is a cloud-based instant messaging service that is available globally and can be accessed for free. It is a standalone app that provides several features, including end-to-end encrypted chats, video calling, VoIP, and file sharing. Some of the key features of Telegram include:
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Fast: Telegram is the fastest messaging app on the market, connecting people via a unique, distributed network of data centers around the globe.
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Synced: You can access your messages from all your phones, tablets, and computers at once. Telegram apps are standalone, so you don’t need to keep your phone connected. Start typing on one device and finish the message from another. Never lose your data again.
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Fun: Telegram has powerful photo and video editing tools, animated stickers and emoji, fully customizable themes to change the appearance of your app, and an open sticker/GIF platform to cater to all your expressive needs.
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Secure: Telegram provides optional end-to-end encrypted chats (popularly known as "secret chats") and is known for its focus on security and privacy.
Telegram was first launched for iOS on August 14, 2013, and Android on October 20, 2013. It is available for Android, iPhone, and iPad, and there are also desktop versions available for macOS, Windows, and Linux. Telegram has public APIs with which developers can access the same functionality as Telegrams official apps to build their own messaging apps.
