# iPhone

## Method 1: Installing Telegram from the App Store

**Quick and Easy Download for iOS Users**  📦

<details>

<summary>Step 1: Open the App Store</summary>

**Locate the App Store Icon**\
Find the [**App Store**](https://www.apple.com/app-store/) icon on your iPhone’s home screen and tap it. This is where you’ll download the Telegram app.

**Verify Apple ID**\
Tap on the **profile icon** at the top right to ensure you're signed in with your Apple ID.\
If you’re not signed in, either sign in with your existing Apple ID or create a new one for free by following the on-screen prompts.

**Check Your Internet Connection**\
Make sure your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi network or has a solid cellular data connection, as you’ll need internet access to download apps.

</details>

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<summary>Step 2: Search for Telegram</summary>

**Access the Search Tab**\
Tap on the **Search** tab at the bottom right of the App Store.

**Type "Telegram"**\
In the search bar, type "Telegram" and press enter to search.

**Select Telegram Messenger**\
From the list of search results, look for the [**Telegram Messenger**](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/telegram-messenger/id686449807), identified by a white paper airplane icon.\
Tap on the **Get** or **cloud download button** next to it to start downloading.

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<details>

<summary>Step 3: Install Telegram</summary>

**Authenticate the Download**\
If prompted, confirm the download by:

* Entering your Apple ID password
* Using Face ID or Touch ID\
  Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the authentication process.

**Download Progress**\
The app will begin downloading. You’ll see a progress circle on the app icon, indicating the download and installation status.

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<details>

<summary>Step 4: Open Telegram</summary>

**Locate the App**\
After the installation is complete, the Telegram app will appear on your home screen. If you don’t see it right away, go to the **App Library** (accessible by swiping to the last page of your home screen) and look under **Recently Added**.

**Open Telegram**\
Tap the **Telegram** app icon (white paper airplane) to launch the app.

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<summary>Step 5: Log In to Telegram</summary>

**Start Messaging**\
On the welcome screen, tap the **Start Messaging** button to begin the setup process.

**Select Your Country**\
Choose the country where your phone number is registered from the dropdown menu.

**Enter Your Phone Number**\
Input your phone number into the appropriate field and tap **Confirm**.

**Enter the Verification Code**\
Telegram will send a **six-digit code** to your phone via SMS.\
Enter this code in the text field provided to complete the login process.

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<summary>Step 6: Grant Permissions</summary>

**Allow Access to Contacts**\
Telegram will prompt you to allow access to your contacts. If you want to sync your contacts with the app, tap **Allow**.

**Enable Notifications**\
You’ll be asked if you want to allow Telegram to send you notifications. Tap **Allow** if you want to receive message notifications.

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## Method 2: Use Telegram Web on Mobile

**Access Telegram Instantly Through Your Browser** ⚡

<details>

<summary>Step 1: Open Your Browser</summary>

**Launch Your Browser**\
Open your preferred web browser on your mobile device.

**Search for Telegram Web**\
In the search bar, type **Telegram Web** and hit enter.

**Open the Link**\
Tap on the official [**Telegram Web** ](https://web.telegram.org/a/)link that appears in the search results.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Step 2: Log in to Telegram Web</summary>

**Select Your Country**\
Choose your country from the dropdown list.

**Enter Your Phone Number**\
Input the phone number linked to your Telegram account and tap **Next**.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Step 3: Log in via QR Code (If Using Desktop)</summary>

**Login by QR Code**\
If you're using Telegram Web on a desktop, you'll need to scan a QR code to log in. Tap on **Login by QR Code** to generate the code.

**Open Telegram on Another Device**\
On a different device where your Telegram account is already active, open the **Telegram app**.

**Go to Settings**\
In the Telegram app, tap on the **Settings** button at the bottom of the screen.

**Link Desktop Device**\
Tap on **Devices** and then select **Link Desktop Device**.

**Scan the QR Code**\
Use your device to scan the QR code displayed on the Telegram Web page.

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<summary>Step 4: Success!</summary>

Once you've scanned the code, you’ll be logged into Telegram Web. The web version works similarly to the app, allowing you to chat and manage your messages seamlessly.

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### This tutorial has guided you through the steps of downloading, installing, and logging into the Telegram app on your iPhone using the latest iOS version **✅**

Follow the next page for instructions on installing Telegram on [Android devices](/general-information/telegram-basics/install/android.md)  ➡️


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