Can Telegram Track Your Location?

In short: Telegram does not actively track your location, but you should be mindful of certain features and settings.

Unlike apps like WeChat or Snapchat, Telegram doesn’t automatically share your location — but that doesn’t mean it’s completely “invisible.”

So how does Telegram handle your location?

• By default, Telegram does not display your geographic location and doesn’t reveal your IP address to other users.
• If you use the “People Nearby” feature, Telegram will use your device’s location to suggest nearby users. This feature is opt-in only — nothing happens unless you turn it on.
• In groups or chats, if you share your location (e.g., by tapping “Send Location”), you are voluntarily telling others where you are.

Can others track me?

Generally, people cannot accurately track your location through Telegram.
However, if you:

• Enable the “People Nearby” feature
• Reveal details in groups like your workplace, daily routines, or frequent locations
• Share too much personal info while chatting with strangers

Then yes — someone might indirectly piece together your real location.

How to protect yourself?

• Turn off the People Nearby feature
• Avoid sharing your real address, places you frequently visit, or your commute times
• Keep a level of mystery when chatting with strangers — don’t let your guard down too fast
• Go to Settings > Privacy > Phone Number and set “Who can see my phone number” to “Nobody”

Telegram doesn’t secretly track you, but your own behavior might “give you away.”
As long as you manage your settings and protect your privacy, Telegram is relatively safe.
But always remember: the most important line of defense on the internet is you.