Dear Telegram Team,
As a long-time user from iran I'm excited to suggest adding an offline messaging feature using Bluetooth, mesh networking, and Wi-Fi Direct. This opt-in capability (activated only by users) would allow secure, end-to-end encrypted chats without internet, leveraging Telegram's 1+ billion users to create a powerful global offline network.
Key Benefits:
Bypasses Censorship: Enables communication during internet blackouts, supporting free speech in restricted regions.
Saves Lives in Disasters: Facilitates coordination in natural calamities (e.g., earthquakes, floods) where networks fail, potentially saving millions.
User Growth & Revolution: Positions Telegram as a leader in messaging innovation, attracting more users by offering unmatched resilience.
Implementation Ideas:
Opt-In Only: Users enable it in settings, with battery consumption warnings.
Extensive Rollout Notification: Announce via in-app alerts, official channels, and emails to ensure awareness.
Free vs. Premium Differentiation: Basic offline chats for all; advanced options (e.g., larger groups, file sharing priority) for Premium users to boost subscriptions.
Technical: Client-side only, using Bluetooth LE for low-power mesh (messages hop between devices) and Wi-Fi Direct for speed. No new servers needed.
Apps like Bridgefy have proven this works for protests, but integrating it into Telegram would scale it massively. This could be a game-changer—imagine Telegram as the go-to app for any scenario!
Looking forward to your feedback.
Best,
iAmaMir , @GoldenJDM
Yes, but I've made a more comprehensive and complete proposal. Thank you for your attention and support.🙏
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Егор Хромов
Great. Support the future!💪
Synesthesia Me
The only thing that can support people in tyrannical places without putting them at risk. Make Telegram available in certain regions again! Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Thank you for your attention and support.🙏