What parents need to know about Telegram's channels, secret chats, and self-destructing messages — and how to keep children safe.
อายุทางการ
18+
เราแนะนำ
18+
นักพัฒนา
Telegram FZ-LLC
ความเสี่ยง
4
Telegram is a messaging platform known for large group chats, public channels, and strong encryption. It allows groups of up to 200,000 members and hosts public channels on virtually any topic, including some with harmful or extremist content. Its content moderation is lighter than on other mainstream messaging apps, and Ofcom opened an investigation into Telegram's handling of child sexual abuse material on 21 April 2026 (an open investigation, not a finding).
Teenagers may use Telegram for group messaging with friends, joining public channels based on interests, or because friends have recommended it. Some children are drawn to it by the promise of greater privacy through secret chats and self-destructing messages. It is sometimes used as an alternative when other platforms are restricted. Users can share their live location in any chat, and it keeps updating for the people they share it with even when the app is closed.
Phone Number Visibility
ตำแหน่ง: Settings → Privacy and Security → Phone Number
ตั้งค่าเป็น: Nobody
Hides your child's phone number from other Telegram users, preventing strangers from obtaining their personal contact details.
Who Can Add Me to Groups
ตำแหน่ง: Settings → Privacy and Security → Groups & Channels
ตั้งค่าเป็น: My Contacts
Prevents strangers from adding your child to group chats or channels without their knowledge.
Forwarded Messages
ตำแหน่ง: Settings → Privacy and Security → Forwarded Messages
ตั้งค่าเป็น: Nobody
Removes the link back to your child's profile when their messages are forwarded, protecting their identity.
Have a frank conversation about why Telegram carries higher risks than other messaging apps and set clear boundaries about its use
เวลา: 15 minutes
Configure privacy settings to hide your child's phone number and restrict who can add them to groups
เวลา: 5 minutes
Consider whether your child genuinely needs Telegram and whether a safer alternative like WhatsApp would serve the same purpose
เวลา: 10 minutes
ตรวจสอบล่าสุด: 2026-03-15
เนื้อหาต้นฉบับภาษาอังกฤษ: /apps/telegram