# Desh Telugu Keyboard

> Telugu Keyboard with English to Telugu typing. Now with funny GIFs and emojis.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.telug.keyboard.for.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.telug.keyboard.for.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.telug.keyboard.for.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Desh Keyboard
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 16,136,996
- **Rating:** 4.81 / 5 (164,436 ratings)
- **Version:** 17.5.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-11
- **First published:** 2017-12-31
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 55 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.telug.keyboard.for.android)
- **Website:** [https://desh.app](https://desh.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://clusterdev.com/apps/privacy-policy/](http://clusterdev.com/apps/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Desh Telugu Keyboard is a powerful and user-friendly English to Telugu transliteration keyboard designed for Android devices. It enables users to type Telugu quickly and easily by simply typing in English and selecting Telugu predictions. The keyboard seamlessly integrates with all apps on your device, making it perfect for social media, messaging, and more.

This keyboard offers a variety of features including offline word suggestions, over 21 colorful themes, and the ability to switch between English and Telugu with ease. It also includes a built-in GIF and emoji panel to enhance your conversations with funny animations and expressive symbols. Users can upgrade to a premium version for an ad-free experience, supporting ongoing development. The app prioritizes user privacy by not collecting personal information or credit card details. Install Desh Telugu Keyboard to enjoy fast, convenient, and fun Telugu typing today!

## Rankings

- #9,239 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.telug.keyboard.for.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with frequent use of words like good, excellent, and superb. The standout feature cited is fast, reliable Telugu voice recording and voice messaging. Overall, users express high satisfaction with the app's performance and Telugu support. No common drawbacks are mentioned across multiple reviews.

### Pros

- Fast and reliable Telugu voice recording / messaging
- Very high overall user satisfaction (frequent positive terms like good, excellent, superb)
- Explicit Telugu language support including Telugu voice messaging

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.telug.keyboard.for.android)