This wikiHow teaches you how to update your phone number in the Telegram app for Android.

Steps

  1. 1
    Open Telegram. It’s the blue and white paper airplane icon typically found in the app drawer.
  2. 2
    Tap . It’s at the top-left corner of the screen.
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  3. 3
    Tap Settings. It’s toward the bottom of the menu.
  4. 4
    Tap your current phone number.
  5. 5
    Tap CHANGE NUMBER. A pop-up message will appear, informing you that your phone number will also be added to your contacts’ address books.
  6. 6
    Tap OK.
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Article SummaryX

1. Open Telegram.
2. Tap .
3. Tap Settings.
4. Tap your phone number.
5. Tap CHANGE NUMBER.
6. Tap OK.
7. Enter your new number.
8. Enter the code.

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