Many people use messaging apps to talk to friends, and family, or even while working. The first that comes to mind is WhatsApp, but the time when the popular “Zap” was the only option is gone. Currently, many people prefer Telegram. But some still don’t know about Telegram Web, the version to use on PC.
It is ideal for those who use the platform a lot, especially to send files and documents present only on the notebook. With that in mind, Telegram has developed the ability to use the program from the computer itself, similar to WhatsApp Web.
Do you like to use it like this? So don’t worry, below we’ll show you a step-by-step guide to using Telegram Web, what its advantages are and how it works exactly. After our guide, it will be much simpler to talk through the program.
What is Telegram?
Telegram was launched in 2013, but it has only become popular recently due to recurring WhatsApp downtime. The App works in a very similar way to others, being a specialist in sending messages, in the form of text, audio, video, or image. In addition, it allows you to create groups with more than one user, as in Whats.
Although less popular, this alternative was the first to allow the sending of stickers and GIFs and has a more efficient protection system. That is when using Telegram the user is more protected from possible fraud or hackers.
Like other options, the program started only as an application for Android and iOS smartphones. Over time, they developed the Web version, for those who prefer to use it that way.
How does Telegram Web work?
Well, to use it this way, you need to have the mobile version installed and have a registration in the App. Only then can you use the program on the notebook. Despite this, it works normally in almost all browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, or Microsoft Edge, you just have to choose.
On Telegram Web it is possible to configure your account, such as changing your name, and photo and deactivating or activating notifications. In this version, you also have access to the main features of the program such as sending video, audio, and documents. In the end, it doesn’t lose anything to mobile mode.
Telegram Web: what are the advantages of using it?
Let’s think about the following scenario: you work in a company where the information for your occupation is sent by the Telegram group. However, to operate fully you need to use the computer and only have the App downloaded on the cell phone.
Then every time you receive a document or need to send something through the program, it’s that delivery, that whole difficulty. Thinking of helping in this dilemma, the company developed the Web version, where from the computer you can access the platform and send or receive whatever you want.
The advantage is being able to work, talk, and do everything on the computer. No sending things by email or other apps. Here, everything is made easy. In addition, even with the phone away, the user can access the application on a computer logged into the program.
Step by step to use
We will make all your work easier and already go through three different guides. The first one will show you how to download the App on your cell phone, the second demonstrates how to use it on your PC via SMS, and the last one is where you need to authenticate the program in the mobile App. Come on?
Guide to downloading the App on mobile
- Enter the App Store or Play Store;
- Search for the app and download it for free on your cell phone;
- After downloading, open the application and click on “Start Chatting”;
- Enter your mobile number and receive the registration security code;
- Enter name and profile picture;
- Now just use it!
Step by step by SMS
- Access the website in the browser;
- Click on “Enter phone number”;
- Set the country of origin and mobile number;
- If you want the browser to keep you logged in for other times, check the box “Keep me signed in”;
- Click on “Next”. You will receive an SMS code on your cell phone;
- Enter the code in Telegram Web and wait for the page to load;
- Okay, now you can use it.
Authentication step by step
- Access the website in the browser;
- Go on your smartphone and open the Telegram app;
- Go to “Settings” and then “Devices”;
- Tap “Connect Desktop”;
- Point your cell phone camera at the QR Code and finish;
- Now just enjoy!
Thank you for reading this article by ExtNext, hope you will learn something about Telegram