Download Telegram Desktop for PC — Windows, Mac, and Linux 2026

How to Download Telegram Desktop for Windows, Mac, and Linux 2026

Telegram Desktop is the official PC version of the popular Telegram messaging app, available free for Windows (32/64-bit), macOS, and Linux. It eliminates the need for emulators or workarounds, giving you full access to your Telegram account directly from your computer.

Key Features

Telegram Desktop lets you send photos with no size or quantity restrictions, videos up to 1GB each, animated GIFs, Office documents, compressed archives, and voice messages. All conversations are synced automatically via Cloud Storage, making them accessible across all your devices — phone, tablet, or computer — at any time. The app also supports free voice calls with high quality.

Security

All Telegram messages use End-to-End encryption, meaning no one — including Telegram itself — can access your private conversations. The company regularly releases security updates to patch any vulnerabilities.

How to Log In

After installing and opening Telegram Desktop, click Start Messaging. A QR code will appear — scan it using the Telegram app on your phone (Settings → Devices → Link Desktop Device). Alternatively, click Log in using your mobile number to sign in directly with your phone number. Once linked, all your existing conversations will appear instantly on the PC version.