Telegram Web is an online browser version that you can easily access without downloading or installing anything on your computer. Just go to the designated page and log in. Here’s a guide on how to open Telegram in your browser and how to navigate it.
How to Open Telegram Web?
What differentiates Telegram Web from the standard mobile app? The main difference is that you can chat directly through a browser without needing to install additional software. This is particularly convenient if you’re temporarily using someone else’s laptop or tablet or don’t want to install the messenger on a work computer.
How to Access Telegram Web via QR Code
To use the browser version of Telegram Web, follow these steps:
- Open a browser on your computer. Any browser like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Safari will work.
- Go to the official Telegram website. Scroll down to find “For Desktop” and “Web Version” or directly visit: https://web.telegram.org.
- On the page, you’ll see a QR code for authentication. Take your smartphone with the Telegram app and sign into your account.
- Navigate to “Settings,” then “Devices.”
- Tap “Link Desktop Device.” Wait for your phone’s camera to activate.
- Scan the QR code displayed on the web page.
Now, the app on your device will sync with the web version. After a successful login, you’ll see all your chats, channels, and contacts from the mobile app. With Telegram Web, you can chat with friends and colleagues from any browser without installing the app.
How to Open Telegram Web with a Phone Number
There is also an alternative way to log in using your phone number, which doesn’t require scanning a QR code.
- Go to web.telegram.org, and at the bottom of the login window, click “Login by Phone Number.”
- Enter your phone number.
- Receive an SMS with a confirmation code on your phone and enter it in the browser.
That’s it. Logging in to Telegram Web with a phone number is complete.
What’s the Difference Between Telegram Web and the App?
The main difference and advantage of Telegram Web is that when you use the web version, you don’t need to download or install the app on your device. This is convenient if you need to access the messenger on someone else’s computer without leaving your chats open to others. The web version is especially helpful when you’re visiting someone, at work, or using a shared computer.
Another important point: when you use Telegram Web, your operating system version doesn’t matter, and you don’t need to download or update the app. You can simply access your chats and then log out when you’re done.
How to Log Out of Telegram Web?
If you just close the browser tab, reopening it will bring you back to your account without logging in. If others have access to your computer, this can be risky. So, remember to log out of Telegram Web before closing the tab.
- To log out, click the menu icon (three parallel lines) next to the chat list. Then, select “Settings.”
- Click the three vertical dots above the profile picture and select “Log Out.”
If you closed the tab without logging out, you can log out using your smartphone:
- Open the mobile app.
- Go to “Settings” > “Devices” > “Active Sessions.”
- Select the appropriate entry under “Active Sessions” and click “End Session.”
Now, your Telegram Web account and chats will no longer be accessible in the browser. To log back in to Telegram Web, you will need to sync with your phone again, as described in this article.
How to Use Telegram Web on PC
For a visual guide on how to use Telegram Web on a computer, watch this video:
Conclusion
Telegram Web is a convenient alternative to the app for your smartphone or PC. You can use it without downloading or installing a program, and chat information is not stored on the device you’re using. You can access Telegram Web from any browser and various devices.
Frequently Asked Questions About Telegram Web
No, you need the full app on a smartphone to register.
Yes, you can make both voice and video calls on Telegram Web. You can also share your screen during a video call.
Yes, you can’t register or record video messages in the “circle” format on the web version.