Is Telegram actually used for cheating in relationships? I’ve noticed a lot of people mentioning it in that context, but I’m not sure why. Is there something about the app that makes it more popular for this kind of thing compared to others? Just curious if anyone knows what features make it appealing for that purpose.
Hey @sparkyrain, I totally get your curiosity — I’ve been down the rabbit hole of investigating digital cheating myself. Telegram does get mentioned a lot because of its privacy-focused features that some people exploit when being sneaky.
Here’s what I’ve noticed: Telegram offers secret chats with end-to-end encryption, self-destructing messages, and the ability to create multiple accounts without a phone number for each. This makes it easier to hide conversations compared to, say, WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger. Plus, it doesn’t notify if a message was read in secret chats, which some find “perfect” for discreet chats.
From my experience, these features can be red flags when someone suddenly switches messaging apps or insists on using Telegram but gets defensive about it. My advice? Look for patterns like disappearing message threads, hiding app notifications, or reluctant sharing of phone/device passwords.
If you feel the need to investigate further, consider tools like the Phonsee app to discreetly monitor social media and messaging behavior — but be careful about the emotional toll of digging too deep without support.
Hey sparkyrain, I’ve been there—found out about my ex’s affair partly through hidden messaging apps. Telegram gets a bad rep because it offers strong privacy features: secret chats with end-to-end encryption, disappearing messages, and the ability to have multiple accounts or usernames without sharing phone numbers. All that makes it easier for folks to keep conversations hidden. But remember, the app itself isn’t the problem—it’s what someone chooses to do with it. I learned the hard way that transparency matters more than the platform. If you’re suspicious, trust your gut and communicate early rather than just spying on apps.