Download Telegram

The listed download size is 243,187,712 bytes, or roughly 243 MB. Keeping an additional 100–500 MB free is sensible for updates, cache files, and locally stored media.

Yes, when downloaded from Google Play or the App Store. Both stores scan submitted apps for malware, while unofficial installers and altered builds can compromise accounts or data.

For roughly 243 MB, a 4G connection may take about 3–8 seconds at 30–100 MB/s, 5G about 1–2 seconds at 170–400 MB/s, and Wi-Fi roughly half a second to 5 seconds at 50–500 MB/s. Real-world speeds vary because of network congestion and store overhead.

Common causes include insufficient storage, a weak connection, an incompatible Android or iOS version, an interrupted download session, or a stale Play Store cache. Restarting the connection and clearing temporary store data can help.

On Android, open Google Play, tap Install, then open Telegram from the home screen. On iOS, open the App Store, tap Get, authenticate, and open the app. Telegram may present setup or account steps on first launch.

Yes. The official description says Telegram can be used on computers as well as phones and tablets, with messages available across devices. The computer version is preferable to relying on an emulator.

Google Play gives Telegram a Mature 17+ content rating. Families with younger users should review the service’s content and use available parental controls where appropriate.

Telegram is listed as free, while store metadata indicates that subscriptions, in-app purchases, or advertising may be involved. The exact paid features are not specified here, so any paid access should be handled through Google Play or the App Store.