How to add a second Telegram account
Quick answer
Telegram lets you use up to three accounts in the same app, or more with Telegram Premium. Go to Settings, tap your profile picture or 'Add account', and sign in with a different phone number. Each account needs its own number to receive the login code. A Noir SMS number can receive that SMS. Set a cloud password on every account so you can still get in later.
Telegram is one of the easiest apps for multiple accounts: switching takes one tap. The only requirement is a separate number for each.
Adding the account
On Android, open the side menu and tap Add account. On iPhone, go to Settings, Edit, Add account. Enter the second number and the code.
Getting the code
Telegram may send the code to another device where you're already logged in. For a new number, it sends an SMS. Noir SMS numbers receive the SMS in your dashboard.
Keep it accessible
- Set a cloud password in Privacy and Security, Two-Step Verification.
- Add a recovery email to the password.
- Stay logged in on at least one device, because Telegram can send codes there.
Frequently asked questions
How many Telegram accounts can I have?
Three per app without Premium, more with Premium.
Do I need a different phone for each?
No, just a different number.
Will contacts see both accounts are mine?
Only if they have both numbers saved or you share them.
What happens when the temporary number is recycled?
You stay logged in, but logging in elsewhere needs the cloud password and a code to an active session.
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