Question 1

What is Plusgram/Telegram/电报/纸飞机/蝙蝠/FLYgram Chat/secret? What can I do here?

Accepted Answer

Plusgram/Telegram/电报/纸飞机 is a messaging application that focuses on speed and security. It is super fast, simple, and free. You can use it across all your devices simultaneously.

Question 2

Why do Chinese users call Telegram 'paper airplane / telegram / bat / FLYgram Chat / secret'?

Accepted Answer

In China, Telegram is referred to as 'paper airplane' mainly because its Chinese name '电报' sounds similar to '纸飞机' (paper airplane) in Chinese pronunciation. The app's icon also resembles a paper airplane, reinforcing this nickname. Due to restrictions and bans on some foreign social apps in China, Telegram, known for its privacy and security, has a specific user base who access it using VPNs. The 'paper airplane' nickname became popular as a result.

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