Name: Telegram
Rating: 3.8413305 (17159456 reviews)
Author: Telegram FZ-LLC

By: Telegram FZ-LLC App

Telegram is a messaging app with a focus on speed and security.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

2,953,503,797 ▲ 8.21M

Data as of 2026-08-20

Rating:

3.84 +20,072

(17,159,456)

Version:

12.9.1

Last updated: 2026-08-01

Features & Capabilities

Telegram is a top-rated messaging app known for its speed, security, and versatility. Designed with a focus on privacy and user experience, it offers instant messaging synced across all devices without requiring your phone to be connected. With unlimited sharing of media and files up to 2 GB, Telegram stores your history securely in the cloud.

Featuring powerful group chats with up to 200,000 members, customizable themes, stickers, and bots, Telegram fosters vibrant online communities and enhances teamwork. Its advanced encryption methods and Secret Chats with self-destructing messages ensure your communications remain private. Telegram’s open API and reliable performance even on weak connections make it the ideal app for modern, secure, and user-friendly messaging.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Communication Privacy & Security

By:

Telegram FZ-LLC

Downloads:

2,953,503,797 8.21M

Rating:

3.84

(17,159,456) 20,072 new ratings

Version:

12.9.1 Last updated: 2026-08-01

Version code:

69792

Creation date:

2013-09-06

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CALL_PHONE Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE Very high risk
android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS Very high risk
android.permission.READ_CALL_LOG Very high risk
android.permission.READ_CONTACTS Very high risk
android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS Very high risk

Size:

76.61MB

Email:

su*****@telegram.org

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-20

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 61

Other rankings

#2 in Android wear (Free)

#3 in Android wear (Gross)

#3 in Communication (Gross) ▼ 1

#3 in Communication (Free) ▲ 1

#25 in Application (Gross)

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Developed by:

Telegram FZ-LLC

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.telegram.messenger

Email:

su*****@telegram.org

Website:

https://telegram.org

User Reviews

Users praise Telegram for fast, reliable messaging and strong group/channel capabilities along with privacy options. However, multiple reviews mention account bans without explanation, ongoing connectivity/performance problems, and concerns about scams. Overall, it’s feature-rich and secure but can suffer from stability and account-access issues.

Pros

Fast and reliable messaging
Strong group features with channels and bots
Robust privacy and security options (secret chats)
Easy to use and versatile

Cons

Account bans or numbers blocked without explanation
Connectivity and performance issues (opening delays, buffering, frequent 'connecting')
Reports of scams or fraudulent activity