Telegram publishes client code and offers APIs that let developers build alternative apps. These apps may add interface options, translation, account management, or other features. Open source does not mean every binary you download has been independently checked.
If you do not need an extra feature, the official app is a straightforward starting point. This article introduces examples rather than endorsing every third-party build.
Examples
Nicegram offers additional account and wallet features. Nekogram is an Android-oriented client with interface and translation options. Unigram focuses on a Windows-style experience. Their capabilities and account limits change, so check the projects themselves.
Telegram X is a Telegram-associated alternative based on TDLib; it should not be lumped together with unrelated unknown developers.
Why provenance matters
A malicious client could read or alter content, including links or cryptocurrency addresses. Download from a verified project source and review its reputation, permissions, and update history. Open code is useful for inspection, but does not by itself prove that an installer matches that code.
The original post’s statement that Telegram’s official wallet supports only TON was an oversimplification of the wallet products and assets. Choose a messaging client for a feature you understand rather than treating a built-in wallet as evidence of safety.
Adapted from the original Chinese article, published on January 7, 2026.
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