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TelegramWire
Free

The apps are free to download and use.

 Freemium

A limited free personal tier is available. Business plans are paid.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Web
  • Chats sync across phones and desktop computers
  • Large groups, channels and bot platform
  • Encrypted group calls and guest rooms aimed at organisations
  • Clients are open source and the server can be self-hosted
  • Relies on Telegram's central servers
  • Apps are open source but the server software is not published
  • The free personal tier is limited and the focus is on paid business plans
  • Requires an account tied to an email address or phone number
Downloadable app, Hosted service Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0 License: GPL-3.0
Account needed Account needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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