Telegram for PC
Download Telegram for PC
Select the Windows installer or portable archive. Both buttons open Telegram’s official download service.
Standard setupWindows installerInstall the desktop app and use a normal Windows shortcut.View installer →Folder-based setupPortable versionExtract the archive and launch the app from its folder.View portable →
Which version should you choose?
Choose the installer for a normal setup on your own PC. Choose portable when you prefer to extract a standalone archive. Both run Telegram Desktop; the difference is how the app is placed and updated on your computer.
Before you sign in
- Confirm you are using the correct Windows option.
- Check that your browser opens a telegram.org or td.telegram.org destination.
- Follow the Windows installation guide or the PC sign-in guide.
Using Mac or Linux? See the dedicated macOS and Linux guides.