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What Is Telegram?

Telegram is a messaging app that offers end-to-end encrypted chats, the ability to send files and media without size limits, group chats with up to 200,000 members, and customizable apps across mobile and desktop platforms. The app is secure and fast and offers features like self-destructing messages, synchronized messaging across devices, an open API, and servers spread worldwide in secure data centers.

Who Uses Telegram?

Telegram can be used by businesses, small teams, and international users seeking secure communication.

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Reviews of Telegram

Average score

Overall
4.7
Ease of Use
4.7
Customer Service
4.3
Features
4.6
Value for Money
4.7

Reviews by company size (employees)

  • <50
  • 51-200
  • 201-1,000
  • >1,001
Mirko
Mirko
CEO in Bolivia
Verified LinkedIn User
Internet, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Dream HIGH with Telegram, our access to the BEST Online MSG in the world.

5.0 last month New

Comments: I use TELEGRAM for years, I have all my information of chats in there, several Backups of some important files and a big HD quality of my best and lovely photos, I can share or check anytime I wish, it's always on my hand with easy and great quality, also I have access to several communities to share knowledge with others with the same interest.

Pros:

Using Telegram it's like a dream, you can control all your privacy and send large attach that other online msg don't allow, Telegram it's always innovating, have better graphics, better encryption, and allow user to be part of the future, and don't forget the UNLIMITED CLOUD that offer Telegram, you can send videos on HD quality and avoid the nightmare to encode or send it in parts, just use Telegram to have a happy life.

Cons:

Telegram just run on new devices, could be great to have telegram access on old devicesl or a lite version/

Chad
Customer success in US
Information Technology & Services, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Communication channels.

4.0 4 weeks ago New

Comments: Is it a creat the username tag and then I can be hidden and no one can access it unless you authorize someone to see your number.

Pros:

I enjoy using telegram because it allows me to create channels groups and also without being managed by AI and therefore makes work effortless

Cons:

Telegram has less regulations towards adult programs and content.

Michael
Self in US
Computer Software, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Do Not Trust Telegram

1.0 3 months ago

Comments: Telegram needs to be held accountable for its actions. I have had an account with them for over 18 months now with the same phone number. I have always used it for the same things - following tech related groups and channels and participating in related discussions with software developers and Android enthusiasts. I have never broken the rules or violated the Terms of Service in any way. On October 24, 2024, in the middle of a conversation with my girlfriend (yes, my real-life in person girlfriend), I was automatically logged out of my account and informed that my number had been banned. I used the Help button in the app, I filled out the official support form, I email [email protected]. I waited. I researched. I tried again. I messaged them on X. I talked with Claude.AI who helped me try things like contacting Telegram employees on LinkedIn, contacting my cell provider, checking to see if I had been placed on a spam list, filing a complaint with the FCC, etc. I waited, and tried again. Despite everything I've done, not only has my account remained banned with no explanation of why, Telegram has completely ignored me. Because I post to them on Twitter, I have been the victim of fake tech support scammers trying to get me to pay for a Telegram unban. By behaving in this way, Telegram is not only violating their own policies, but squashing free speech and the right to gather peacefully. They are creating a space for innocent people to BE scammed by hackers claiming to be able to reverse bans. This is unacceptable and must stop.

Pros:

Before 10/24/24, I thought Telegram was great because you could be part of groups and channels related to your interests and engage directly with software developers.

Cons:

Telegram bans phone numbers for absolutely no reason and not only refuses to unban them but completely stonewalls you. If they decide to ban your number - which they do arbitrarily and capriciously - you will lose everything you've done on their platform, including any money in your Telegram wallet, and you will never hear from them again.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Computer Software, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Good Social Media Application

4.0 2 months ago New

Comments: overall I have good experience with telegram you can add many peoples in a group and chat ,call and all features are so good.

Pros:

mostly I used Telegram to download new movies and webseries but now a days also i used to learn sharemarket using most channel but it provide so much flexibility.

Cons:

as compared to whatsapp it provide so much better features but i think need to work on UI part of telegram .

Valentina
Instructional designer in Italy
E-Learning, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Good functionality, clear layout

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: I started using this app because another popular messaging app only worked in ‘web’ mode if the phone was nearby and switched on. With this app I could have the phone far away and never had any problems with the connection not happening

Pros:

The ability to call and video call, compatibility with different devices, the ability to watch media without having to download them to the device

Cons:

At certain times, notifications become visible only if you enter the app. Often the problem has been solved by switching the device off or checking the phone's cache

Zhivko
Marketer in US
Computer Software, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Peoples Telegram

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Good Way of communicating with others via chat or voice.

Pros:

The privacy of not showing your true ID.

Cons:

N/A Like it all. Can't find any negative prospectives

sugumar
freelancer in India
Entertainment, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

highlights of Message

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: it's more straightforward to utilize and impart, contrasted with others where you couldn't in fact settle on a decision

Pros:

Message works with correspondence across my local area in a steady and connecting way. Where my local area has various gadgets and messages are at times not conveyed across the working frameworks, Wire has fixed that issue and made correspondence a fruitful undertaking. There are likewise numerous ways of customizing the correspondence in drawing in ways.

Cons:

There could be more CRM instruments to make wire a truly strong working device. Things like checking subsequent meet-ups, planning highlights and such would help a ton when TG is utilized for work.

Steven
Project Responsible in Germany
Automotive, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Review - Telegram

5.0 3 weeks ago New

Pros:

I like Telegram for 2 reasons : - Privacy of the conversation ; - The possibility of personalization. Clearly Telegram is for me the best conversation app.

Cons:

I don't find something I like the least. Maybe the only thing it's the number of scam can send some message. That arrives more on telegram than the other apps.

Kiril
Developer in Bulgaria
Computer Software, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Excellent communication app

5.0 4 weeks ago New

Comments: I’m like it very much and using it every day!

Pros:

It is fast, secure, and feature-packed! Perfect for seamless communication with friends and groups.

Cons:

It is secure and keep your data private.

Omar
Fulfillment Specialist in Canada
Broadcast Media, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Telegram for the win!

5.0 4 weeks ago New

Comments: Overall my experience with telegram has been exceptional. I love to use this messenger to live stream and connect with my clients. I feel it is very well built and is a true all in one messenger.

Pros:

The thing I like most about telegram is that it is compatible with a lot of interfaces and browsers. I was able to use one account on multiple devices seamlessly and there was no hiccups with integration.

Cons:

At this moment I did not find anything wrong with telegram, the messenger is cloud based and performs its functions very well!

Banala
HR Consultant in India
Information Technology & Services, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Useful and Ease to Use Anybody

5.0 last year

Pros:

Telegram is one of the best and successful Application for Communication and Privacy.and its famous for its secrecy

Cons:

I think it must having some good features like add friend like facebook and linkedin have.and its better when its suggest some people without search

Vanessa
Vanessa
Operational Finance in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Construction, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

The quick way to communicate

5.0 6 months ago

Comments: I have used Telegram for various tasks, both personally and professionally. I have also enjoyed interactive channels that keep me informed about important news and promote teamwork.

Pros:

I love using Telegram because it is the best technological ally for conversations. Telegram is very easy to use and offers a high level of privacy. It has allowed me to create groups, channels, and connect with other members of my work team. Additionally, it has enabled me to store important documents in the cloud.

Cons:

The only thing I don’t like about Telegram is that it is not as popular as other platforms, which means there are fewer users. This can make it difficult to communicate with my entire team through this app.

Benjamin
President in US
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Works across multiple operating systems - even Ubuntu!

5.0 9 months ago

Comments: Overall I really like Telegram. I have multiple operating systems that I use and it's nice that there is a Linux version of Telegram so that I can use it on Ubuntu. It's easy to switch between a windows and Ubuntu computer and everything is sync'd up together.

Pros:

I like that I can go back and search for anything that I've written or file shared. This makes communicating with friends much easier when we want to reference something from a long time ago.

Cons:

It's extremely hard to contact management about advertising issues or fake accounts. I get added into groups that I want no part of and it's annoying to have to report it and remove myself so often.

Samiksha
Student in India
Animation, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Unlocking the Potential: A Deep Dive into Telegram

5.0 9 months ago

Comments: I've had a very good overall experience with Telegram. I like how user-friendly and seamless its UI is on many devices. For me, sending larger files—like documents and videos—quickly is a huge benefit. Additionally, I find the social component added by the ability to create channels and groups for various communities or hobbies to be fascinating. It would be great if there were additional integrated capabilities, like video calls, to make it a true all-in-one platform for communication.

Pros:

Telegram's dedication to privacy and security features, like as end-to-end encryption and self-destructing messages, which give users control over their data, is what I enjoy best about it. Its easy-to-use UI and smooth cross-platform synchronization also facilitate cross-device communication.

Cons:

he absence of an integrated video call functionality is what I like least about Telegram. The app allows audio calls, but only through third-party platforms or separate extensions, such as Telegram's desktop app, are video calls possible. This can be cumbersome for users who would rather have everything integrated into a single platform.

Jessica
Administrative Assistant in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Hospital & Health Care, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Telegram helps bring staff together.

4.0 7 months ago

Comments: My overall experience with telegram has been very beneficial, I will continue to use it for a long time to come.

Pros:

I love the ease and simplicity of telegram. Anyone can use it.

Cons:

There’s nothing I don’t like about telegram.

rachidatou
rachidatou
Student in Togo
Verified LinkedIn User
Veterinary, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

The fast dicussions in team software

4.0 last year

Comments: I like using it for my daily discussions and it always help me for my school team meetings

Pros:

Telegram is one of the sofware i like using more for discussions in team . it is easy to use to chat with my school mates and messages are fast . the use of the software doesn't cost and it is possible to join many channels in it for more discussions . the channels are base on the kind of discussions we want to have. Telegram also offer easy calls and video calls too and that also doesn't cost. Notifications are on time when i am in the app.

Cons:

The telegram features are very easy and good to use . the only one thing is that there are too much spammers and some scammers using the software.

Leila
Research scientist in US
Higher Education, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

great way to share data quickly and make international calls

4.0 5 months ago

Pros:

I like the fact that I can share multiple images without decreasing their quality. Also, I can easily make international calls wherever have internet and there is no need for sim card. it helps to be able to connect with my family/ coworkers when travelling internationally.

Cons:

a lot of features and stickers are restricted for premium users only which is costly. Also, I wish I could edit my privacy in a way that strangers couldn't message me.

Suhaib
Operator in Sri Lanka
Printing, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Telegram Review

5.0 7 months ago

Comments: 7 years i am used in Telegram
Best Working Telegram

Pros:

Bot Create Secure Chat Option Channel Create PC Method Use Very Helpful

Cons:

Potentially Complex for New Users: Its wide range of features can be overwhelming for new users.

Amjad
Accountant in United Arab Emirates
Accounting, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Telegram lover

5.0 8 months ago

Pros:

I like the chats panel and smiles I like the security of the app I like spaces in the app

Cons:

Some of fake accounts use telegram it's scam and spam

Mani
Writer in India
Writing & Editing, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Use of telegram

5.0 10 months ago

Comments: Very good social media app for evry body to use

Pros:

Night Mode option in telegram app Video calling calling chanels like education entertainment help in their fields secure app to use easy convinent To use automatically update when internet is on is very good feature and privacy settings are very good in telegram like last seen recently insted of time displayed

Cons:

Sometimes to login telegram in app ask phone number to sent otp but telegram sent code to mail

Ingy
Ingy
Accountant in Egypt
Verified LinkedIn User
Logistics & Supply Chain, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Entertainment, easy app

3.0 5 months ago

Comments: One of best communication applications
You can chat and watch films

Pros:

It's very easy Also it saves contacts even if it deleted also you get notification if someone joined the Telegram

Cons:

When i download videos from telegram it very slow downloading it takes alot of time and after some time it got deleted

Muhammad Aamer
Muhammad Aamer
Full stack developer in Saudi Arabia
Verified LinkedIn User
Real Estate, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Telegram is one of the best chatting app

5.0 last year

Comments: My overall experience is good with telegram all the basic features with some advanced features all available in telegram as far as you use it for your personal use it is very very good but there are some scammers who choose telegram.

Pros:

One thing that is my favorite in Telegram is that when you open a group chat and and you have missed some messages the ui will open from the last message that you have seen so it is very useful and you do not miss any message

Cons:

The thing i like the least about Telegram is that this is the favorite app of scammers.

ftah
Unleashing Brands Amplifying Reach and Captivating Audiences in Morocco
Computer Games, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

The best social media

5.0 2 years ago

Comments: The general benefit is that it is the best social networking application

Pros:

The most important feature that I liked is that it is possible to create a chat group with many members, and it is easy to communicate with everyone because it is instant

Cons:

One of the disadvantages is the large number of fraudulent groups in the field of investment

Leena
artist in Finland
Arts & Crafts, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Telegram review

5.0 last year

Comments: I have been very content using Telegram application and haven't faced any problems in my using time.

Pros:

In overall Telegram application is easy to use. A big plus is that it is completely free. I have been using it more than 2 years now and have always been content with it. I have found new people through Telegram.

Cons:

Maybe there should be more options for visual view options.

Victor
Victor
Farmer in Togo
Verified LinkedIn User
Environmental Services, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

The fast chating

5.0 last year

Comments: I like the sofware and i appreciated almost everything they are offering. I keep using it.

Pros:

The telegram software is one of best chating software i can really advise someone to use. Almost everyting works very well and i doesn't require to spend money before using it. The software offer easy discussions in groups with other colleagues and it is possible to program video conferences. They also offer the possibility to create channels and to get members into it for contents publications. I already used it for crypto earning bots too and some of them worked well. Some others are fake and seemed to from scammers.

Cons:

I always like using telegram software but i think they have to improve the file sharing tools because sometimes it takes too much time to send a file fast. And it takes also time to dowload some files. The have to verify bots too, there are too much scammers