Telegram has fast become one of the best alternatives to WhatsApp. Power users of messaging adore Telegram bots, channels, chat folders, etc. Of all those offerings, Secret Chat is a classic example of why WhatsApp is even trying to catch up to Telegram. For the time being, the Secret Chat feature of Telegram is currently only available in face-to-face conversations. So, there is no secret group chat feature anymore.
How secure is Telegram’s secret chat
Telegram’s advertises its Incognito Chat feature as one of the most secure chat options with client-client encryption. Unlike regular chat on Telegram, Secret Chat’s data is only stored locally on the sender’s and recipient’s devices, not on its servers. So, as long as you keep your phone safe, there are no chances of your data getting compromised.
As for screenshots, Telegram for Android is also able to block screenshots inside Secret Chats. Although iOS users can take a screenshot, it sends a notification to the person every time a screenshot is taken.
how to start a secret chat in telegram
First, let’s see how you can start Secret Chat in Telegram on Android and iOS.
Start a secret chat in a telegram on android
- Open the Telegram app on your Android.
- Now tap on the compose button in the lower right corner and select New Secret Chat option.
- Next, select any person from your contact list to start an incognito chat.
- Alternatively, you can also start a secret chat from any of your existing conversations. To do this, open the chat of the person with whom you want to start a secret chat.
- Now use the three-dot menu at the top and select the Start Secret Chat option. Finally, click on Start when prompted.
Start a secret chat in a telegram on iOS
Starting a secret chat in Telegram for iOS is a slightly different experience than the one on Android. Here’s how to do it.
- Launch the Telegram app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Now switch to the Contacts tab and select any of your contacts.
- Tap on the More button to select the Start secret chat option in the contact profile.
- And all. Now you have started your secret chat with that person.
How to send self-destructing messages in Telegram’s Secret Chat
Telegram’s also allows you to send self-destructing messages to your secret chats to add an extra layer of security. All you have to do is set a timer, and your messages will disappear from the chat. You can set this for anywhere between a second to a week.
Step by Step learns how to send self-destructive messages on Telegram’s Secret Chat.
Send self-destructive messages on Telegram’s Secret Chat on android
- To send a self-destructive message in Secret Chat
- tap the clock icon on the top of the profile picture.
- Now Set a self-destruct timer and tap Done.
Send self-destructive messages on Telegram’s Secret Chat on iOS
- To send a self-destructive message in Secret Chat
- tap the clock icon in the text box.
- Select a duration for the self-destructing message and tap Done.
Once you enable this option, Telegram will delete any message, file, photo, or video from both the devices (sender and recipient) after the specified time.
Self-destruct messaging is a feature that is currently exclusive to Secret Chat on Telegram’s. So, if you want to send such self-destructing messages in regular chat in Telegram, unfortunately, you are out of luck.
How to end secret chat in telegram
If you no longer need to chat in privacy and want to end or cancel your incognito chat, your only option is to delete the entire conversation. Here’s how to do it.
How to end secret chat in a telegram on android
- Go to Secret Chat on Telegram.
- Now tap and hold the chat and tap on the delete icon from the top toolbar.
- Tap on Delete Chat to confirm.
How to end secret chat in a telegram on android on iOS
- Open the Telegram app on your iPhone.
- Now swipe left on the secret chat conversation and tap on the delete button.
- Tap on ‘Delete for me and Recipient’s name’ to confirm.
this much only. Telegram’s will delete the entire Secret Chat conversation without leaving a trace.