# Windows

## **Method 1: Install Telegram Software on Your PC**

**Easy Steps to Chat on Desktop** 💬

<details>

<summary>Step 1: Download Telegram for Desktop</summary>

**Open Your Web Browser**\
Launch your preferred web browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Edge).

**Visit** [**Telegram's Official Website**](https://telegram.org/)<br>

**Navigate to the Apps Section**\
On the Telegram homepage, click on the **Apps** section.

**Download for Windows/Mac/Linux**\
Scroll down to **Desktop Apps** and choose **Telegram for Windows/Mac/Linux**.

* For Windows users, click on **Get Telegram for Windows**.
* The download will start automatically.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Step 2: Install Telegram on Your PC</summary>

**Locate the Setup File**\
Once the download is complete, open your **Downloads** folder through **File Explorer**.

**Run the Setup File**\
Double-click the **Telegram setup file** to initiate the installation.

**Choose Installation Settings**

* **Select Language**: Choose your preferred language (e.g., English) and click **OK**.
* **Install Location**: You can choose a custom location or stick with the default setting.
* **Desktop Shortcut**: You can opt to create a desktop shortcut for easier access.

**nstall Telegram**\
Click **Install** to begin the process. Once completed, click **Finish** to complete the setup.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Step 3: Launch Telegram on Your PC</summary>

**Launch the App**\
After installation, check the box to **Launch Telegram** and click **Finish**.

**Start Messaging**\
Once Telegram is open, click on the **Start Messaging** button.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Step 4: Log In to Telegram</summary>

**Option 1: Using a QR Code**

**Open Telegram on Your Phone**

* Go to **Settings > Devices** and select **Link Desktop Device**.

**Scan the QR Code**\
Use your phone to scan the QR code displayed on your PC screen. Once scanned, you'll be logged in.

**Option 2: Using Your Phone Number**

**Login with Your Phone Number**

* Enter your **phone number** in Telegram on your PC and click **Next**.

**Enter the Verification Code**\
Telegram will send a **verification code** to your phone. Enter the code on your PC to complete the login process.

</details>

## **Method 2: Use Telegram Web**

**Chat Instantly Without Downloads** 🖥️

<details>

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

On your PC, open any browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox).

</details>

<details>

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

In the search bar, type [**Telegram Web**](https://web.telegram.org./#/login) and press enter.&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary>Step 3: <strong>Login Options</strong></summary>

**Log in using phone number**: Enter your phone number and verify with the code sent to your mobile.

**Log in using QR code**: Open Telegram on your phone, go to **Settings > Devices > Link Desktop Device**, and scan the QR code shown on the website.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Step4: <strong>Enter Your Password</strong></summary>

After scanning the QR code or verifying via SMS, you'll be prompted to enter your Telegram password (if applicable). Enter it and click **Next** to complete the login process.

</details>

### We've walked you through the steps to download, install, and use Telegram on your PC or laptop **✅**

**Once we're finished here, let's move on and check how the** [**installation process for macOS** ](/general-information/telegram-basics/install/macos.md)**is going** ➡️


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