TelegramLinux
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Telegram als Linux-Alternative zu WhatsApp
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Telegram is a strong replacement for WhatsApp on Linux, especially for users who want faster sync, larger file sharing, and true multi-device support without phone dependency. It covers core messaging, voice calls, group chats, and media sharing. While voice and video calls in Telegram are improving, they aren't as universally reliable as WhatsApp’s. If you're already using WhatsApp and want a more flexible, open, and cloud-synced experience, Telegram is a solid choice — but expect minor differences in call quality and contact discovery.
- Lizenz
- GPL-3.0
- Preis
- Kostenlos
- Aktuelle Version
- 7.3.3 (21. Oktober 2026)
- Bewertung
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Was gleich funktioniert
- Both offer end-to-end encryption for private chats (though Telegram only enables it in 'Secret Chats')
- Support for text messaging, group chats, and media sharing across devices
- Cross-platform availability including Android, iOS, and desktop apps
- Phone number used as identity, enabling contact discovery
- Free to use with no ads or subscriptions
Was anders ist
- Telegram allows up to 200,000 members in a group; WhatsApp caps groups at 1,024
- Telegram supports file uploads up to 2 GB; WhatsApp limits files to around 100 MB
- Telegram syncs independently across devices without requiring the phone to be online
- Voice and video call reliability is generally better in WhatsApp
- Telegram lacks message deletion recall and read receipt control found in WhatsApp
Ihre WhatsApp-Dateien öffnen
Telegram does not directly import WhatsApp chat exports. WhatsApp's encrypted chat backups (on Android or iOS) cannot be opened in Telegram. However, you can manually export individual chats from WhatsApp as text or media and upload them to Telegram. Media types like images, videos, and documents (.PDF, .DOCX, etc.) sent from WhatsApp can be opened in Telegram without issue, as both support standard formats. There is no automated migration path for full chat history.
Von WhatsApp zu Telegram wechseln – Schritt für Schritt
- Install Telegram Desktop via Flathub or your package manager
- Open Telegram and log in with the same phone number used on WhatsApp
- Invite your contacts by sharing your Telegram username or ID
- Create new groups or migrate existing ones by adding members manually
- Use Telegram’s cloud storage to upload and share large files
- Enable 'Secret Chats' for end-to-end encrypted conversations
Wichtige Funktionen von Telegram
- Plattformübergreifende Synchronisierung ohne Smartphone-Verbindung
- Unbegrenzte Dateigröße (bis zu 2 GB pro Datei)
- Ende-zu-Ende-Verschlüsselung mit 256-Bit-AES und 2048-Bit-RSA
- Unterstützung für große Gruppenchats (bis zu 200 000 Mitglieder)
- Integrierte Bot-Plattform
- Offene API und verifizierbare Builds
- Geringer Datenverbrauch bei schwachen Verbindungen
Telegram unter Linux installieren
flatpak install flathub org.telegram.desktopsudo pacman -S telegram-desktopsudo zypper install telegram-desktopHäufige Fragen
Can I use Telegram without my phone connected?
Yes. Unlike WhatsApp, Telegram works independently on desktop and tablet. You don’t need your phone to be online to use Telegram on other devices.
Are Telegram calls secure like WhatsApp’s?
Voice and video calls in Telegram use end-to-end encryption and are secure, but call quality and reliability can vary more than WhatsApp’s, especially on weak connections.
Can I transfer my WhatsApp contacts to Telegram?
Telegram accesses your phone’s contact list if permitted, so anyone with Telegram and a saved number will appear automatically. But there’s no direct import of WhatsApp-specific contact data or chat history.
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