How do you manage your privacy settings on Telegram?

Managing privacy settings on Telegram involves several key steps to ensure users have control over their personal information and interactions within the platform. Here's a guide on how to manage privacy settings on Telegram:

1. **Accessing Privacy Settings**: Open Telegram and navigate to the app's settings. Look for the "Privacy and Security" section, which typically contains all privacy-related options.

2. **Phone Number Privacy**: Decide who can see your phone number on Telegram. Options usually include:
   - Everyone
   - My Contacts
   - Nobody

3. **Profile Photo and Last Seen**: Choose who can view your profile photo and when you were last online. Options may include:
   - Everyone
   - My Contacts
   - Nobody

4. **Forwarded Messages**: Decide whether forwarded messages you send are attributed to you or appear as forwarded. You can turn off or on message forwarding.

5. **Groups and Channels**: Determine who can add you to groups and channels. Options typically include:
   - Everyone
   - My Contacts
   - Nobody

6. **Calls**: Control who can call you on Telegram. Options generally include:
   - Everyone
   - My Contacts
   - Nobody

7. **Blocked Users**: Manage a list of users you've blocked, which prevents them from messaging or calling you on Telegram.

8. **Passcode Lock**: Enable a passcode lock to add an extra layer of security to your Telegram app, requiring a PIN or biometric authentication to access the app.

9. **Two-Step Verification**: Set up two-step verification for added security. This involves creating a password that must be entered when logging into your Telegram account from a new device.

10. **Delete Account Automatically**: Choose whether your account will be deleted automatically if you don't log in for a specified period.

11. **Data Settings**: Manage data storage settings for media and files shared on Telegram, including automatic deletion of media after a certain period.

By adjusting these settings according to your preferences, you can customize your privacy on Telegram and control who can access your information and how others can interact with you on the platform. Regularly reviewing and updating your privacy settings ensures your Telegram experience aligns with your privacy and security preferences.