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Chatting on Telegram involves sending messages in one-on-one chats, large groups (up to 200k members), or private "Secret Chats" with end-to-end encryption, using features like replies, mentions, and self-destruct timers for enhanced privacy, all accessible through a user-friendly interface on mobile and desktop. Regular chats use cloud servers but offer features like huge groups, while secret chats are device-specific and truly private.

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How to Start a Chat

One-on-One: Find a contact by username or from your contact list and start typing in the chat box. Group : Tap the new message icon (pencil), select "New Group," add members, name it, and create. Secret Chat : Open a contact's profile, tap the three dots (More), and select "Start Secret Chat" for end-to-end encryption.

This video shows you how to start a direct message (DM) on Telegram:

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Key Chat Features

Replies & Mentions: Swipe left on a message to reply, or use @username to notify specific people in groups, even if muted. Self-Destruct: In Secret Chats, tap the stopwatch icon in the message bar to set messages to disappear after viewing (1 second to 1 week). Privacy: Regular chats are stored on Telegram's cloud; Secret Chats are device-specific and leave no trace on servers. Large Groups: Groups can have up to 200,000 members, making them great for communities.

Watch this video to learn how to create a group chat on Telegram:

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For More Privacy & Control

Identify Secret Chats: Look for a padlock icon next to the chat on the home screen. Delete Secret Chats: Swipe left on the secret chat in the list and tap "Delete". Message Yourself : Use the "Saved Messages" feature to store notes and files.

This video demonstrates how to start a secret chat for enhanced privacy:

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