With news about WhatsApp’s upcoming privacy changes, many are looking for alternative messaging platforms to find a service with more privacy and security. Telegram is a great alternative with many intuitive and useful chat features that are not available from its competitors. While Telegram chats do not automatically enable end-to-end encryption, users can still enjoy secure chats encrypted with end-to-end encryption through Telegram’s “Secret Chats” feature. This option is much safer than using Telegram’s basic chat program. Here’s how to enable Telegram’s Secret Chats feature on Android and iOS.
How to Use Secret Chat on Telegram on iOS and Android
Starting a Secret Chat on Telegram for Android
- Open the Telegram app on your Android phone.
- Tap on the compose icon in the lower right corner and select the “New Secret Chat” option.
- Select a contact from your list with whom you would like to start a secret chat.
- Alternatively, you can start a secret chat from an existing conversation by selecting the three-dot menu and then “Start Secret Chat”.
- Finally, click “Start” when prompted to begin your secret chat.
Starting a Secret Chat on Telegram for iOS
- Launch the Telegram app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Go to the “Contacts” tab and select a contact.
- Tap the “More” button and select “Start Secret Chat” from their profile.
- Your secret chat will now begin with that person.
FAQ
Do Secret Chats appear in my regular Telegram chats?
No, Secret Chats are separate from regular Telegram chats and do not appear in your regular chats.
Can I have a Secret Chat with multiple people at once?
No, Secret Chats are only available for one-on-one conversations.
Can I take a screenshot during a Secret Chat?
No, Telegram does not allow you to take screenshots during a Secret Chat. However, the recipient can still take screenshots of the conversation.
Can I use Secret Chat on my desktop?
No, Secret Chats are only available on mobile devices.
Conclusion
Enabling Telegram’s Secret Chats feature is a great way to ensure more privacy and security in your conversations. With these step-by-step instructions, you can easily start a secure and encrypted Secret Chat on your Android or iOS device. Now you can chat with your loved ones and rest assured that your messages are private and secure.