Telegram Sign-Up and Login Guide
Summary
To successfully sign up for and log in to Telegram, it is essential to use the official client, and it is recommended to enable Two-Step Verification to enhance account security.
Telegram Sign-Up Process
- Initial Sign-Up: You must use the official mobile client to sign up in order to receive the verification code via SMS.
- Desktop Client: If you attempt to sign up on the desktop client, you will be prompted to use the mobile client for registration.
- Third-Party Clients: When using third-party clients, although they may prompt you to send a verification code, the SMS will not be received because Telegram has officially disabled registration and verification code functionality for such clients.
Telegram Login Process
- Existing Account: When logging in again, the verification code will be sent directly to a device where you are already logged in.
- Two-Step Verification Not Enabled: Log in using the 'phone number + verification code' combination.
- Two-Step Verification Enabled: You need to enter 'phone number + verification code + Two-Step Verification password' to log in.
Security Recommendations
- It is strongly recommended to enable Telegram's Two-Step Verification to protect your account security and privacy.
- Regularly check and adjust your privacy settings to prevent information leakage and avoid being unnecessarily added to groups.