In this post, I explore the minimalist yet robust publishing tool, Telegra.ph, created by Telegram. This blog post outlines the core features of Telegra.ph, including anonymous posting, text formatting options, and post-editing via a Telegram bot. Despite its simple interface, Telegra.ph supports rich-formatted posts inclusive of images, videos, and other embedded content. You might want to add telegra.ph to your list of publishing tools, if you are looking to combine simplicity with power.

Introduction to Telegra.ph by Telegram Messenger

Telegra.ph is a publishing platform that has gained traction among bloggers. Telegra.ph is owned by Telegram, the popular instant messaging app. The platform offers a simple and easy way to create and publish articles without the need for registration or sign-up. With Telegra.ph, users can easily create and publish articles with just a few clicks.
In this post, I explore the minimalist yet robust publishing tool, Telegra.ph, created by Telegram. This blog post outlines the core features of Telegra.ph, including anonymous posting, text formatting options, and post-editing via a Telegram bot. This post is updated in November 2024.

हिंदी में सारांश

Telegraph by Telegram Messenger का परिचय एक संक्षिप्त गाइड है जो Telegram द्वारा विकसित एक सरल प्रकाशन उपकरण, Telegra.ph का उपयोग करने के बारे में बताती है। ब्लॉग में Telegra.ph पर एक पोस्ट बनाने और प्रकाशित करने के कदमों का विवरण दिया गया है, और हाइपरलिंकिंग, छवि/वीडियो एम्बेडिंग, और फॉर्मेटिंग विकल्पों जैसी मुख्य सुविधाओं पर चर्चा की गई है। प्लेटफॉर्म की गोपनीयता नीति और अज्ञात पोस्टिंग सुविधा पर विचार साझा किए हैं, साथ ही Write.as, Penzu, और Blankary जैसे अन्य समान प्लेटफॉर्मों को उजागर किया है। पोस्ट में Telegraph के इतिहास और अंतर्निहित तकनीक की भी संक्षिप्त जानकारी दी गई है, जिसे आगे की खोज के लिए मूल्यवान संसाधनों और लिंकों के साथ समाप्त किया गया है।

मराठीत सारांश

Telegraph by Telegram Messenger याचे परिचय हे टेलेग्रामने विकसित केलेल्या टेलेग्राफ या मिनिमलिस्ट प्रकाशन साधनाच्या वापराबद्दल एक संक्षिप्त मार्गदर्शिका आहे. या ब्लॉगमध्ये Telegra.ph वर पोस्ट तयार करण्याच्या व प्रकाशित करण्याच्या पायर्यांचे वर्णन केलेले आहे, तसेच हायपरलिंकिंग, चित्र / व्हिडिओ एम्बेड करणे, आणि फॉर्मॅटिंग पर्यायांसारख्या मुख्य वैशिष्ट्यांविषयी चर्चा केलेली आहे. प्लॅटफॉर्मच्या गोपनीयता धोरणांविषयी आणि अनामिक पोस्टिंग सुविधेबद्दलही म्हणजेच Write.as, Penzu, सारख्या इतर समान प्लॅटफॉर्मांचा सूचन केलेला आहे.

Note

Below image is loaded directly from the post I had published on telegraph in July 2023. If you can see the below image, which means that the blog post I wrote is still available. This goes to show the simplicity of Telegraph interface, it can also act as a temporary CDN or Content Delivery network.

Introduction to Telegraph by Telegram

An overview of this post

In this blog post, we will take a closer look at this publishing site and explore its features and benefits. I will present the process of creating and publishing an article and highlight some of the key features that make this blogging tool stand out from other publishing platforms. Whether you’re a blogger, or someone who loves to share their thoughts and ideas with the world, Telegra.ph could be a viable option for you. Despite its simple interface, Telegra.ph supports rich-formatted posts inclusive of images, videos, and other embedded content. You might want to add telegra.ph to your list of publishing tools, if you are looking to combine simplicity with power.

Clean interface of Telegra.ph by Telegram is a plus. Blog of Amar Vyas

I thought it was apt to publish this post on Telegra.ph as well, you can visit this link to read.

Update: Telegra.ph in 2024 – A Review of the Minimalist Publishing Platform

As we approach the end of 2024, it’s essential to revisit the minimalist publishing platform, Telegra.ph, created by Telegram. In this updated review, we’ll explore the platform’s features, benefits, and limitations, as well as its relevance in today’s digital landscape.

About Telegraph: History and underlying Technology

Telegra.ph was launched in 2016, and it serves as a simple yet potent blogging platform from Telegram Messenger. Telegra.ph is said to be a creation of Pavel Durov, Telegram’s founder. It began as a long-form text sharing platform on Telegram and has evolved into an independent web publishing platform. Reliable and speedy, it’s built on Telegram API and allows post edits within a limit. It aims to offer a smooth publishing experience.

A Brief History of Telegra.ph

Telegra.ph was launched in 2016 as a simple yet potent blogging platform from Telegram Messenger. It was created by Pavel Durov, Telegram’s founder, as a long-form text sharing platform on Telegram. Over time, it has evolved into an independent web publishing platform, offering a smooth publishing experience.

Key Features of Telegra.ph

Telegra.ph offers a range of text formatting options, accessible through hotkeys. You can use functions like bold, italicize, strikethrough, and underlining the text, as well as adding links to create elegant hyperlinks. Despite its minimalist interface, it supports rich-formatted posts with images, videos, and embedded content.
Telegra.ph is a publishing platform that has gained traction among bloggers. Telegra.ph is owned by Telegram, the popular instant messaging app. The platform offers a simple and easy way to create and publish articles without the need for registration or sign-up. With Telegra.ph, users can easily create and publish articles with just a few clicks.

While the specific technology underpinning Telegra.ph remains undisclosed by Telegram, the platform allows for anonymous posting, meaning no account creation or login is required in order to publish Telegra.ph posts. In that respect, Telegra.ph is not alone in the world of anonymous publishing, other comparable platforms include Write.as, Penzu, and blankary.

write.as - an alternative to Telegra.ph for anonymous publishing. Blog of Amar Vyas
write.as – an alternative to Telegra.ph for anonymous publishing
Blankary Publishing as an alternative to Telegraph. Blog of Amar Vyas
Blankary Publishing as an alternative to Telegraph

Read my sample page created using blankary here: https://www.blankary.com/0075360c


Note that anonymity does not necessarily imply complete privacy.

Key Features of Telegra.ph

Telegra.ph offers a range of text formatting options, accessible through hotkeys. You can use functions like bold, italicize, strikethrough, and underlining the text, as well as adding links to create elegant hyperlinks. Despite its minimalist interface, it supports rich-formatted posts with images, videos, and embedded content.

Once a post is published through the web browser, editing is possible only a limited extent. Once you clear the cookies, or use a different computer, you will not be able to edit the post.However, if the post is published through a Telegram bot, it can be modified through the same bot. The posts that are published using Telegra.ph offer Instant view on Telegram.

To use Telegra.ph to the fullest, it’s recommended to familiarize yourself with its shortcuts and features.

Are minimalist publishing platforms relevant in 2023?

Minimalist publishing platforms offer distinct benefits in terms of streamlined functionality and user-friendly interfaces. Such platforms enable users to create and publish content with ease, free from the distractions of unnecessary features. Furthermore, they can be instrumental for generating static web pages or landing pages that are both visually appealing and straightforward.

Conversely, it is essential to note that more advanced platforms like WordPress (my main author site is on WordPress, and this blog runs on ClassicPress, a form of WordPress) or Medium offer a more comprehensive range of options and customization for creating content. In summary, the continued relevance of minimalist publishing platforms primarily hinges on individual user preferences and their distinctive needs.

Blankary Publishing as an alternative to Telegraph
Blankary Publishing as an alternative to Telegraph

Conclusion

To sum up, Telegra.ph is a user-friendly and minimalist publishing site that allows anyone to create and share content without the need for an account or login via social networks using oAuth.

The platform offers a range of features, including the ability to add images, videos, and formatting to your posts. While it may not have all the bells and whistles of more advanced publishing platforms, its ease of use and minimalist design make it a great option for those who want to quickly share their thoughts or ideas without any hassle. Overall, Telegra.ph is a useful tool for bloggers, journalists, or anyone else looking for a quick and easy way to publish content online.

Telegra.ph remains a user-friendly and minimalist publishing site that allows anyone to create and share content without the need for an account or login via social networks using oAuth. While it may not have all the bells and whistles of more advanced publishing platforms, its ease of use and minimalist design make it a great option for those who want to quickly share their thoughts or ideas without any hassle.

Telegraph’s tagline is “Telegram’s answer to Medium”. Does Telegraph live upto that tagline? What are your thoughts about this simple blogging platform?

Links and further reading

Informative reviews and links

  1. Telegraph API – Telegraph
  2. Telegram bot Telegraph — @telegraph
  3. Tom’s Guide – About Telegram
  4. Reddit Discussions on Telegra.ph – here
  5. Telegra.ph on Wikipedia
  6. Telegra.ph on ProductHunt

This post “An Introduction to Telegra.ph by Telegram Messenger” is an updated review of Telegra.ph, a minimalist publishing platform created by Telegram. The platform’s features, benefits, and limitations are discussed. Note that Telegraph is not a Content Management Systems.(it is a blogging or publishing platform)