*Privacy Settings Menu**

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Navigating to the Privacy and Security menu in Telegram is where the magic happens! Here’s what you’ll find:

- **Last Seen & Online**: Control who sees when you were last online or if you're currently active:
- **Everybody**: Anyone on Telegram can see your last seen.
- **My Contacts**: Only people you’ve saved in your contacts can view this information.
- **Nobody**: No one can see when you were last online.

Adjusting this setting adds an extra layer of anonymity!

## Advanced Privacy Features

Now let’s level up and explore some advanced privacy features that make telegram data Telegram stand out!

### 3. **Who Can Find Me?**

Control how others connect with you using the following options:

- **Phone Number Visibility**: You can choose whether people in your contacts can see your phone number or not.
- **Add Users via Phone Number**: Decide whether users can add you to groups using just your phone number or whether they need to know your username.

This feature is perfect for those who prefer a more private approach to networking!

### 4. **Blocked Users**

We all have those contacts we’d rather avoid! Telegram makes blocking easy:

- Simply navigate to their profile and select “Block User.” Once blocked, they won’t be able to send messages or see any updates from you.

This function is not just for unwanted messages but also protects you from potential harassment!

## Group Chats and Channels

Telegram isn’t just about private messaging; it excels at group chats and channels too! Here’s how to manage privacy in those areas: