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Understanding Telegram Filtering

Telegram is a popular messaging app known for its security and privacy features. One of these features is filtering, which helps you manage incoming messages and calls by blocking or hiding them based on certain criteria. However, if you find this filtering function too restrictive and want to disable it, follow these steps.

Step 1: Open Telegram App

Start by opening your Telegram application on your iPhone. If you don't have it installed, you can download it from the App Store.

Step 2: Access Settings

Once you're inside Telegram, tap on the Me icon located at the bottom right corner. This will bring up your profile and settings. Tap on Settings to open the settings menu.

Step 3: Navigate to Privacy and Security

Scroll down through the settings menu until you find Privacy and Security. Tap on it to continue.

Step 4: Disable Filters

Under Privacy and Security, look for the option Filters. Tap on it to open the filters menu. Here, you can manage the filters you've created to block or hide messages and calls. To disable a filter, simply toggle off the switch next to each filter you want to disable.

If you want to remove a filter completely, tap on the ... next to the filter and select Delete Filter.

Step 5: Save Your Changes

Once you've made your changes, make sure to save them by pressing the back button until you exit the filters menu. Your phone may ask you to confirm the changes, so be sure to review them before you confirm.

Step 6: Test Your Settings

After disabling your filters, test your settings to ensure that messages and calls are no longer being blocked or hidden. Send yourself a test message or make a call and see if they come through.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues or if the filters seem to be still in place, try logging out and logging back into Telegram. This can often resolve any lingering issues with your settings.

Another tip is to clear the app's cache. This can be done by going to your iPhone's Settings, then General, and finally iPhone Storage. Find Telegram in the list and tap on it. From here, you can tap Clear Cache to reset the app's data.

Conclusion

Disabling Telegram filtering can return your experience to its more open and unrestricted form. Just remember to use this freedom responsibly and be cautious about whom you choose to communicate with.