Maybe you are concerned about the privacy of the contacts you have synced with Telegram. Or, maybe you have decided to get rid of your Telegram account for good. Whatever your personal reason is, you would be pleased to know that it’s possible to delete synced contacts from Telegram on iPhone and Android. Keep reading to get started:
Remove Synced Contacts from Telegram Servers Using iPhone & Android
Well-known for offering enhanced privacy to your data, Telegram ensures you have the desired freedom to sync contacts and wipe them out at will – without any strings attached whatsoever.
- On your iPhone or Android device, open the Telegram app.
- Now, tap on the “Settings” icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Next, choose “Privacy and Security”.
- Next up, scroll down to the bottom of the screen and choose “Data Settings”.
- Up next, tap on “Delete Synced Contacts”.
- After that, a popup will appear on the screen saying, “This will remove your contacts from the Telegram servers. If “Sync Contacts” is enabled, contacts will be re-synced”.
- Finally, tap on “Delete” in the popup menu to confirm the action and you are done!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which is better – Telegram or WhatsApp?
Ans: Both Telegram and WhatsApp are the leading messaging apps for iOS and Android. While WhatsApp boasts versatility and ease of use, Telegram flaunts top-notch privacy and customization. As to which one is better than the other, it all comes down to personal preference.
2. Why is Telegram crashing repeatedly on my iPhone/Android device?
Ans: If you haven’t updated the Telegram app for a while, there is a high chance that the frequent crashing could be due to the outdated version. Hence, updating the messaging app to the latest version could help you overcome the issue. To do so, open the App Store/Play Store -> Find Telegram and update it.
3. How do you access recent and missed calls in the Telegram app on iPhone and Android?
Ans: Head over to the Telegram app on your iPhone or Android device -> tap on the Settings icon at the bottom right corner of the screen -> select the “Recent Calls” option. On this screen, you should see all of your recent calls. To view the missed calls, tap on the Missed tab at the top of the screen.
4. How do you use Telegram on the web?
Ans: Navigate to the Telegram app on your iPhone or Android device -> tap on the Settings icon at the bottom of the screen -> Devices -> Link Desktop Device -> Scan the QR code using your mobile device and you are all set!
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