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Choose the Telegram edition that matches your device

Every Telegram installer maintained on this portal lives on its own page. Compare the editions below, then head to the dedicated page to install the right build for you.

Telegram installers side by side on multiple devices
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Telegram running on Windows

Telegram for Windows

tsetup .exe installer

Full-featured desktop client with native window management, background updates, and Windows Hello sign-in support.

Best for

  • Windows 10 and 11 desktops & laptops
  • Long typing sessions with keyboard shortcuts
  • Auto-start after boot for always-on chat

Audience: PC users, gaming rigs, and shared workstations.

Telegram running on Web

Telegram for Web

opens in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari

Instantly open Telegram inside any modern browser. No installer, no admin rights - great for shared computers and Chromebooks.

Best for

  • Sign-in from a work laptop without installing anything
  • Public library or classroom computers
  • Chromebook or Linux distributions with limited packages

Audience: Occasional users, kiosks, and locked-down environments.

Telegram running on macOS

Telegram for macOS

Mac App Store notarised build

Universal binary tuned for Apple silicon. Native notifications, focus filters, and Continuity handoff with iPhone.

Best for

  • Apple silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) laptops and desktops
  • Continuity handoff between Mac and iPhone
  • Users who prefer a menu bar quick access icon

Audience: MacBook, iMac, and Mac mini users.

Telegram running on iOS

Telegram for iOS

App Store distribution

Optimised for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch with home screen widgets, Face ID lock, and StandBy mode support.

Best for

  • iPhone 12 and newer with Dynamic Island widgets
  • iPad multitasking with Stage Manager
  • Apple Watch quick replies and dictation

Audience: iPhone and iPad owners.

Telegram running on Android

Telegram for Android

verified official APK

Signed APK for phones and tablets on Android 6.0 and above. Battery-friendly and packed with sideloading safeguards.

Best for

  • Sideloading on regions without Google Play
  • Foldable and split-screen tablet layouts
  • Custom notification tones and vibration patterns

Audience: Android smartphones and tablets.

How this hub works

Three steps to a verified Telegram install

1. Identify your operating system

1. Identify your operating system

Check whether you are on Windows 10/11, macOS, Android, iOS, or a Chromebook. The right build ensures optimal performance and compatibility.

2. Pick a platform page below

2. Pick a platform page below

Every platform has its own dedicated page with install steps, screenshots, and troubleshooting notes tailored for that device.

3. Verify and install

3. Verify and install

Follow the signed download link on the platform page. All installers are streamed through region-aware mirrors backed by TLS 1.3.

Feature comparison across editions

Not every Telegram feature is available on every platform. Use this matrix to line up the capabilities that matter most to you.

FeatureWindowsWebmacOSiOSAndroid
Cloud chat sync
End-to-end secret chats
Voice & video calls
Native notifications
Runs without admin rights
Global keyboard shortcuts
Not sure which build to pick?

Not sure which build to pick?

Start with your primary device. Telegram uses cloud sync so chats will populate on additional platforms once you sign in.

Corporate laptop with locked installers?

Corporate laptop with locked installers?

Telegram Web is the fastest way to sign in without administrator privileges - open it inside Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari.

Travelling between countries?

Travelling between countries?

Region-aware mirrors automatically direct the download to the closest edge, keeping the transfer fast even on cellular networks.

Still comparing options?

Head to the install FAQ for security tips, system requirements, and troubleshooting notes, explore the full feature tour, or dive into the blog for release notes and long-read tutorials.