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How to Delete Telegram Account Permanently
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Telegram lets you delete your account permanently via both the Android and iPhone mobile apps, as well as the desktop app. To do so on either one of those, head over to the app > hamburger menu > Privacy and Security > If away for > select timeframe. However, you will have to wait for a period of at least a month for this deletion to take place. If you want to instantly delete your Telegram account, head over to the Telegram Delete Account page on the web and follow the on-screen instructions.
8 Best Telegram Alternatives in 2024
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The arrest of Telegram founder could have countries ban Telegram due to moderation issues. If you're looking for Telegram alternatives, some of the best apps are Element, Discord, WhatsApp, Messages by Google, iMessages, and more.
Is Telegram Getting Banned in India? Everything You Should Know
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France has arrested Telegram CEO Pavel Durov over charges of insufficient moderation on the Telegram platform. Amid this development, India's IT Ministry has asked the Ministry of Home Affairs to check on pending complaints against Telegram. It's not clear whether it will lead to Telegram's suspension in India.
What is Happening With Telegram CEO Pavel Durov? Explained
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Pavel Durov, the co-founder and CEO of Telegram, has been arrested by the French police in Paris. French authorities allege that Telegram has insufficient moderation and its platform is widely used for sharing child sexual content, drug trafficking, promotion of terrorism, fraud, etc. Telegram has failed to enforce the laws of the country. Telegram's position is that its CEO can't be prosecuted for abuse on its platform.
Telegram Gets Official Microsoft Copilot Bot, Here’s How to Use It
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Telegram has received a new Copilot bot to butt heads with the likes of WhatsApp's Meta AI. To use it, simply head over to the official Microsoft Copilot bot for Telegram page and add it to the messaging platform. Once added, you will need to share your phone number for it to work. I have a problem with that, since it raises privacy concerns. Moreover, the bot is very limited right now, and you can only do 30 runs per day. Also, it recognizes only text-based prompts right now.