In-app QR code scanner The in-app camera on Android and iOS now automatically recognizes QR codes and opens links in your preferred browser without switching apps. To access the camera, swipe right on the main screen or tap the camera icon on Android.

Add custom Emoji in Folder Names Premium users can now add custom emojis to folder names, allowing them to make their chat folders more expressive or minimalist by replacing text with icons.

Verification from Third Parties Telegram allows public figures and organizations to get verified, helping users identify official sources. Now, third-party services can also add verification icons to user accounts and chats for extra transparency. This new platform helps prevent scams and misinformation, setting a higher safety standard for social platforms. When a chat or account […]

Message Search Filters The search bar in your chat list now makes it easier than ever to find specific messages across all your chats. You can use the new filters in the “Chats” tab to refine your search results and show only messages from private chats, group chats, or channels. Additionally, you can tap on […]

Reactions for Service Messages Service messages now support reactions, letting you quickly thank someone or welcome new members when they send a gift, join a group, or start a video chat. Reactions are also available for other actions like calls, profile photo changes, background updates, giveaways, and more.

Collectible Gifts Gifts you receive on Telegram can now be upgraded into collectibles, each with unique attributes. These collectible gifts can be transferred to other users, sold, or even auctioned on NFT marketplaces, adding a new layer of value and ownership. When you upgrade a gift, it unlocks a custom design from a wide range […]

Affiliate Programs All Telegram users and channels can earn Stars by joining Affiliate Programs launched by developers. Simply head to your Star Balance and explore the list of available programs. Choose one, grab your unique referral link, and start sharing it. You can sort programs in the list by their commission rate or their duration. […]

Creating Mini-Apps Affiliate Programs Any mini app or bot developer on Telegram can start their own Affiliate Program, and specify what percent of their future revenue they are willing to share with those who refer users. They can even decide how long they want to share revenue after a user starts interacting with their mini […]

AI-Powered Sticker Search Finding the perfect sticker just got easier! Thanks to a custom AI model, the sticker panel now supports complex searches with multiple keywords. For example, try typing cat drinking coffee and see results instantly appear from the over 40,000 stickers in Telegram's official packs. Even better, this feature works in dozens of […]

How to create collages in Stories Telegram Stories just got a creative boost with collages. You can now combine up to 6 photos or videos in various layouts. Add media directly from your gallery or camera, and fill each tile to craft the perfect composition. Want to tweak your collage? Change layouts easily using the […]

Captions Above Media Captions for media in chats can now be effortlessly moved to the top by tapping the new 'Move Caption Up' button in the media editor.