Telegram CN Version

Telegram CN Version is Chinese version

Telegram is a cross platform instant messaging software with a range of eye-catching features and features. The following is a detailed introduction about Telegram:

Basic information:

Commonly known as Telegraph/Paper Aircraft (TG)

Founders: Nikolai Durov and Pavel Durov (also the founder of the well-known Russian social media website Vkontakte)

Established in 2013

Enterprise valuation: 210 billion RMB (selected in the 2024 Hurun Global Unicorn List, ranked 11th)

Number of users: As of March 2024, there are 900 million users

Platform support:

The official provides multiple platform clients, including the mobile version (Android iOS、Windows Phone）、 Computer version (Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux) and web version.

The official open application programming interface (API) has numerous third-party clients to choose from, many of which are built-in in Chinese.

Main functions:

Users can exchange encrypted and self destructive messages with each other (similar to "burn after reading"), and send all types of files such as photos and videos.

Provide end-to-end encrypted private chat mode to ensure the security of chat content.

Support self destructive messaging, hidden chat, and password protection to further enhance its security.

Support file transfer and group chat, with a maximum group membership of 200000 people, making it very suitable for teams that need to collaborate in a secure environment.

User experience:

The dialogue interface is user-friendly, with a memory of browsing progress. Opening the dialogue interface will automatically redirect to unread messages or the last unread position.

Support indefinite (recall) modification messages.

Provide convenient citation message function, supporting multiple operation modes on mobile phones and computers.

Development history and events:

In August 2013, Telegram was officially launched on iOS, and in October of the same year, it was launched on Android.

In March 2018, Telegram reported that its monthly active users had reached 200 million.

In November 2021, he was fined 4 million rubles for failing to comply with the relevant regulations of the Russian government and refusing to delete prohibited information.

In March 2022, Brazilian President Bosonaro ordered the software to be banned from operating in the country due to Telegram's repeated refusal to comply with judicial orders.

In May 2023, Telegram refused to provide data to the Brazilian police and was fined $200000 per day for overdue payments.

Social impact and controversy:

Telegram, due to its strong privacy in encrypted communication, especially its "burn after reading" function, has been accused of providing convenience for criminals to destroy criminal evidence, becoming a "gray area".

In the "Room N" case, Telegram was used to upload sexual exploitation photos, videos, etc. obtained through coercion and bribery of women, sparking public discussions about its platform regulatory responsibility.

In summary, Telegram is a cross platform instant messaging software with rich features, high security, and numerous users, but it also faces some controversies and challenges in its development process.