Telegram

Telegram is a communication app for Android from Telegram FZ-LLC.

Players have given Telegram an average of 3.8 out of 5 from 17,207,285 ratings, with over 1 billion installs recorded on Google Play. Reviews are mixed, so it is worth reading recent feedback before installing.

How it compares

Its 3.83 rating sits below the 4.22 median for the 200 communication apps we index, placing it in the top 85% of the category by score. By install count it ranks 13 of 200 in this category.

Track record

Telegram has been on Google Play for roughly 13 years, which makes it one of the more established titles among the communication apps we index (median 7.0 years). It is still receiving updates, which is a better sign of a maintained product than either figure on its own.

Actively maintained

The most recent update landed on Aug 24, 2026, within the last month. Telegram is under active development.

Requirements

• Version: Varies with device
• Requires: Varies with device
• Download size: Varies with device
• Content rating: Mature 17+

Cost

The download is free. Inside the app, Telegram offers in-app purchases.

Suitability

Google Play rates this app Mature 17+. Parents choosing communication titles for younger players should factor that in.

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