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To use Telegram in mainland China, you must use a VPN (also known as a “ladder”). It's essential to first find a reliable way to bypass internet restrictions. So how do you download Telegram? The main way is to download it from the official Telegram website: Telegram official site: https://telegram.org/ Depending on the device you're using, there are three main options:

Mobile Devices: Telegram for smartphones:

• Android phones: Click on “Mobile apps” and then select “Telegram for Android”. If you don’t have Google Play installed on your phone, you can search for “telegram” in other app stores, or Google “telegram apk” and install it directly using the APK file.
• iPhone, iPad and other iOS devices: Click on “Mobile apps” and then choose “Telegram for iPhone and iPad”, which will take you to the Telegram page in the App Store.
• Another method for iOS users: Log into the App Store using an overseas Apple ID, then search for “Telegram” and download the app.

Desktop (PC/Mac): Telegram for computers:

• On your computer browser, click on “Desktop apps” and select “Telegram for Windows/Mac/Linux” to download the installation file. (It is recommended to use Chrome for better stability.)

Web Version: Telegram Web App:

• On your browser, click on “Web apps” and select “Telegram Web-version” to use Telegram directly in your browser—no installation needed.

Yes, it’s possible! But there are a few important things to keep in mind. Since Telegram is blocked in mainland China, direct access to its servers is restricted. Therefore, whether you’re downloading the app or registering an account, you’ll need to use a VPN (a method to bypass internet censorship). To successfully register with a China phone number, follow these three steps:

1. Prepare a working VPN tool
2. Open Telegram and begin the registration process Tap "Start Messaging", select your country/region: 🇨🇳 China (+86). Enter your mainland China phone number (e.g., 138xxxx8888) and wait to receive a verification code (usually via SMS).
3. Enter the verification code to complete the registration

How to register a Telegram account?

Step 1: After installing the app, open Telegram. You’ll see the welcome screen — tap “Start Messaging.”

Step 2: Note that Telegram primarily uses phone number registration.

On the phone number verification screen:

• Select your country/region (e.g., China +86, USA +1).
• Enter your phone number.
• Tap “Next.”

Step 3: Telegram will send a verification code to your phone, usually via SMS, or sometimes directly within the app. Once received, enter the code. If the SMS is delayed, wait a bit or tap “Resend”.

Step 4: After successful verification, you can set your username or display name.

Notes:

1. Each phone number can only register one Telegram account.
2. After registration, you can go to Settings → Privacy and Security to adjust options such as hiding your phone number, so it won't be visible to others when adding new contacts.