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It’s completely understandable if you don’t want a long-term commitment to a VPN service before you have a chance to try it out. We get it. That’s why we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee with your Surfshark subscription. Take this time to test our VPN and all of its features to make sure that Surfshark is the best choice for you.

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How to use Telegram together with a VPN?

Using Telegram and a VPN (Virtual Private Network) together is simple. So simple, in fact, that it can be explained in 3 short steps:

Create a Surfshark account and download the app

Connect to one of 3,200+ servers around the world

Hop on the Telegram app and enjoy secure communication

What is Telegram?

Telegram is a multi-platform messaging service valued for its security and speed. It’s the third-biggest communication platform in the world, only behind Messenger and WhatsApp.

While all of them offer end-to-end encryption, the latter two are owned by Meta, and their ties to Facebook may cause privacy concerns. Telegram, on the other hand, has remained independent since its inception and offers end-to-end encryption on all messages, including voice and video calls.

Why use a VPN with Telegram?

Since Telegram has its own encryption, it is easy to assume that there is no reason to use a VPN on top of it. And yet, there are benefits to using a VPN that cannot be replaced by adding encryption to a messaging app.

Here’s what Telegram won’t do, but a VPN will:

Protect all your traffic, not just the messages;
Provide encryption by default, so you don’t need to go through the settings to turn it on;
Provide extra privacy and security by changing your location and IP address.

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Is Telegram available worldwide?

Telegram can be accessed and used in most countries around the world. That being said, the messaging app is banned in countries known for their internet censorship, such as Russia, China, and Iran.

Disclaimer: We prohibit using Surfshark services for any unlawful purposes as it is against our Terms of Service. Please be sure to act in compliance with all applicable laws and any regulations of the service provider.

Why choose Surfshark VPN for Telegram?

We’ve already established that using a VPN with Telegram is a good idea. But not all VPNs are created equal, and Surfshark might just be the best option for you.

Unlimited simultaneous connections

An unlimited simultaneous connections feature allows you to protect all your devices at the same time, ensuring secure communication.

No-logs

Our strict no-logs VPN policy means that we don’t store, monitor, or track your actions online. In other words, we don’t keep any information about your activity.

Kill Switch

A Kill Switch is there to keep you safe in case your VPN connection drops. As soon as you disconnect from a VPN, your internet connection is shut down, preventing any data leaks.

Camouflage mode

If you want extra privacy, enter Camouflage mode and hide the fact that you are using a VPN at all, on top of hiding your activity. Not even your ISP will be able to know what you’re doing online.

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Premium vs. free VPN for Telegram

When it comes to performance, premium VPNs are superior in every single aspect when compared to their free alternatives. They are faster, safer, have more features, the servers are less crowded, and there are more locations you can connect to.

Even the cost of premium VPN services is barely a disadvantage since you can get yourself a subscription for less than a coffee a month.

While free VPNs are, well, free, they do have a lot of disadvantages and risks associated with them. On top of being slow and a pain to use, they show you excessive amounts of ads to further hinder your experience.

And that’s just what the “good” ones do, as some less-reputable free VPN providers have also been known to collect your data and sell it to third parties or install malware and malvertising on customer devices.

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Surfshark VPN is not limited to just your phone or laptop. You can get it on your tablet, smart TV, and pretty much any other device that connects to the internet.

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FAQ

Do I need a VPN for Telegram?

While Telegram does offer end-to-end encryption, it’s still a good idea to use a VPN alongside it. A Virtual Private Network encrypts all your internet traffic, not just messaging services, and offers additional security features to ensure your online privacy.

How to use Telegram with a VPN?

Using Telegram and VPN together does not require any extra effort. Simply connect to a VPN server and use Telegram with the added security benefits or a Virtual Private Network.

Communicate privately with the best VPN for Telegram

Afraid of commitment? Try Surfshark with a 30-day money-back guarantee

How to use Telegram together with a VPN?

What is Telegram?

Why use a VPN with Telegram?

Is Telegram available worldwide?

Why choose Surfshark VPN for Telegram?

Unlimited simultaneous connections

No-logs

Kill Switch

Camouflage mode

Premium vs. free VPN for Telegram

Get Surfshark on any device

FAQ

Do I need a VPN for Telegram?

How to use Telegram with a VPN?

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