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Project Overview

Telegram Desktop is the official Telegram desktop client, built on the Telegram API and MTProto secure protocol. The source code is published under GPLv3 with OpenSSL exception.

Key Features

• Full Telegram instant messaging functionality
• Cross-platform support: Windows 7+ (64/32-bit), macOS 10.13+, Linux (64-bit static build)
• Snap and Flatpak installation support
• Built on Qt 6 and Qt 5.15

Target Audience

• Users who need Telegram on desktop
• Communication users who value message security and privacy

Quick Start

1. Download from the Telegram Desktop website for your platform
2. Or install via Snap (snapcraft.io/telegram-desktop) or Flatpak (flathub.org/apps/details/org.telegram.desktop)
3. Log in to your Telegram account after installation

Core Advantages

• Official Telegram desktop client, secure and reliable
• Built on the MTProto secure protocol for communication security
• Cross-platform support for major desktop operating systems
• Open-source with auditable code

System Requirements

• Windows: Windows 7 or later (64/32-bit)
• macOS: macOS 10.13 or later
• Linux: 64-bit static build, Snap, or Flatpak