Creating an account in the Telegram messenger

Messengers are gaining popularity in the 2020s. WhatsApp and Viber are often considered "weak" and "slow" solutions compared to Telegram. With the help of "Telegram" people call each other, run their own channels, and also correspond in chats. The application allows you to transfer various files: pictures, voice messages, documents, MP3 music, MP4 videos.

Before creating their own profile, users are advised to visit the browser version or download the installation file depending on the platform. It all depends on people's preferences, but having a smartphone is required for further registration. The Windows version can be downloaded from the official website, then installed as a regular program. As for Linux distributions, you need to know special commands for certain operations.

How to create an account

After installing the required version, the user can log into Telegram and register. Here, it is important to take into account an important nuance: competing messengers and social networks allow you to restore access via phone or mail. Such tricks will not work with Telegram: only a phone will help here. The process itself does not take much time: below are instructions for computers.

Windows

The most popular platform from Microsoft is famous for the fact that thousands of programs are adapted to it. The installer of "Telega" is the same as those of these distributions. The detailed order of actions is as follows:

Go to the desired browser (Opera, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome).
In the search line, type the name of the messenger ("Telegram"). This step can be done in both Latin and Cyrillic script.
Among the search results, find the address https://telegram.com - the official source from which the application is launched. If there is a need to visit third-party sites, then this should be done at your own risk - often installers contain viruses.
Go to the site indicated above - the main page of "Telegam" will open.
Scroll the page until you see the inscription "Telegram for PC/Linux" and click on it. The system will detect the platform automatically. If necessary, you can click "Show all platforms" - this will open the links. With their help, you can choose the appropriate version.
Decide on the version - "Standard" (x64) or "Portable". In the latter case, the application does not need to be installed on the computer - it is enough to transfer it to the Flash card. If the choice is made in favor of the standard version, the user should click on the "Telegram for Windows x64" button. The system will start downloading the file automatically.
Run the received installer (it has EXE format).
Decide on the installation language ("Russian" or "English").
Next, the system will offer the path to the folder where the messenger files will be located. You can change it if you wish - otherwise, just click "Next" to continue.
Check the box next to "Do not create a folder in the Start menu", then continue.
Check the box "Create an icon on the Desktop". It will be easier for the user to launch the program from this shortcut.
View the information in the "Ready to install" window. All that remains is to click the "Install" button - the system will do the rest. Once the process is complete, you can click the "Finish" button and launch the messenger.
After launching the program, click the "Start Chatting" button.
A QR code is displayed on the monitor. To scan it, you need to use a smartphone. Before that, execute the command "Settings" - "Devices" - "Connect". If everything is done correctly, the camera will open: you need to point it at the QR code - this is how you log into your account.
Select a country and dial a phone number - a confirmation code will be sent to it.

Linux

The profile organization for this platform is identical to Windows - the familiar phone number is specified in the program. Significant differences lie in the installation of the application. This process depends on the existing Windows shell:

Ubuntu - two methods are appropriate here. The first is to use the built-in Software Center, then select Telegram from the list of available programs. The second is to type the command in the terminal: "sudo apt install telegram-desktop" (without quotes).

Snap. The process is similar to the second option when working with Ubuntu, but the command changes slightly: "sudo snap install telegram-desktop". The main thing is to have the snapd distribution on the computer - without it, the operation will not work.

Flatpak. Applications do not require administrator privileges to run, which is convenient for Linux users. The command to install the messenger looks like this: "flatpak install flathub org.telegram.desktop".

Registration using a virtual number (SMSLIVE.PRO)

Some people do not have a phone, but they continue to actively communicate on social networks. One solution to this problem is a virtual number service called SMSLIVE.PRO For a small fee, users receive combinations of numbers for registration on numerous resources: websites, social networks, stores. A simple and convenient interface allows you to complete the procedure in a matter of seconds, but the account owner must have money in the account. The procedure is as follows:

Confirm Your SMSLIVE.PRO Account: Log in using your credentials, or sign up.

Go to the 'Activation' Section

Choose Google from Service List: This will ensure you receive a number that is suitable for Facebook account setup.

Select Your Preferred Country and Check Pricing: Virtual number costs can vary depending on the country. Choose a country based on your requirements and budget.

Pay for the Virtual Number: Ensure your account has sufficient funds, then proceed to pay for the virtual number. After payment, you will gain access to the number.

Copy the Provided Virtual Number: This number is necessary for completing your Telegram account registration.

Remember, the success of SMS verification may depend on the selected country and mobile carrier. If you encounter any issues, reaching out to the service's customer support team can provide assistance.

Alternative methods

The lack of a "real" phone number sometimes confuses people - they prefer not to share their number for security reasons. Some Telegram subscribers are afraid of hacking: fraudsters can gain access to important information (bank card number, social media accounts, etc.). There are certain "tricks" for this:

Subscribing to a mobile number via Skype. The process is done in one click, and the cherished numbers are used only for registration. As with the SMSLIVE service, the user will have to fork out - tariff plans are offered for this purpose.
Working with an emulator. These programs imitate mobile phones (interface, applications, settings, games). They are convenient for computer owners, but their frequent use overloads the system - you need to take care of powerful hardware (at least 8-16 gigabytes of RAM) and a graphics card (AMD, NVIDIA). Options like Bluestacks, Nox Player or iPadian are freely available - they are downloaded and installed like regular programs.