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Many users reported a "crush bug" where Telegram crashes instantly on older devices like the iPhone X, 8, and 7, which are running iOS 15 or 16.
Heavy animations can sometimes overwhelm local system resources. Users frequently encounter instant crashes when:
Navigate to Settings > Apps > Telegram > Storage and tap Clear Cache . crush bug telegram new
to see if others have reported it. You can vote on existing issues or create a new "card" with your device details and logs. In-App Support : If you can still access the app, go to Settings > Ask a Question Abuse/Safety Reporting
In the context of software, "crush" generally refers to an application crashing or becoming unresponsive. However, when discussing the new Telegram issues, the term has gained a double meaning that fits perfectly with the developing drama. Many users reported a "crush bug" where Telegram
: A bug in recent updates (around April 9–10, 2026) caused Telegram to crash instantly on startup
Non-official themes can interfere with the UI, causing crashes after an app update. to see if others have reported it
The ZDI initially rated the flaw as "critical" with a CVSS severity score of 9.8 out of 10, indicating it could potentially lead to full device compromise and access to sensitive data like messages and contacts. However, this is where the story becomes highly controversial.
Many users reported a "crush bug" where Telegram crashes instantly on older devices like the iPhone X, 8, and 7, which are running iOS 15 or 16.
Heavy animations can sometimes overwhelm local system resources. Users frequently encounter instant crashes when:
Navigate to Settings > Apps > Telegram > Storage and tap Clear Cache .
to see if others have reported it. You can vote on existing issues or create a new "card" with your device details and logs. In-App Support : If you can still access the app, go to Settings > Ask a Question Abuse/Safety Reporting
In the context of software, "crush" generally refers to an application crashing or becoming unresponsive. However, when discussing the new Telegram issues, the term has gained a double meaning that fits perfectly with the developing drama.
: A bug in recent updates (around April 9–10, 2026) caused Telegram to crash instantly on startup
Non-official themes can interfere with the UI, causing crashes after an app update.
The ZDI initially rated the flaw as "critical" with a CVSS severity score of 9.8 out of 10, indicating it could potentially lead to full device compromise and access to sensitive data like messages and contacts. However, this is where the story becomes highly controversial.
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