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Algorand Foundation Official Telegram Group
ALGO · AlgorandMembers and Members online Over Time
5 snapshots since 2026-09-06First day of tracking. Both lines fill in with each daily snapshot.
Trust Signals
Mixed signals 60Confidence low: based on 100 messages, 3 snapshots, tracked since today. Scores start at 60 and move with each signal; nothing scores 100.
- 2.5% of members online, more than 48% of groups its size (-1)
Group Activity
Hours from the last 600 messagesThe group averages 5.6 messages a day, with 0.2 replies per message on average and 13% of messages getting at least one reply. 457 members were online at the last check, 2.4% of the group. Busiest hours are 12:00, 14:00, 15:00 UTC.
ALGO Price
CoinGecko, 2026-09-06 17:26 UTCKey Facts
| Handle | @algorand |
| Type | Telegram group |
| Members | 18,690 |
| Official for | Algorand (ALGO) |
| ALGO price | $0.0948 +0.2% |
| Posts per day | 5.6 |
| Members online | 457 |
| Trust score | 60 / 100, mixed signals, low confidence |
| Lookalike handles | 0 |
| Tracked since | 2026-09-06 |
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Close in sizeAbout Algorand Foundation Official
Written from the data, 2026-09-06Algorand Foundation Official is a Telegram group with 18,690 members where the foundation and community discuss the Algorand blockchain network and its developments. The group has been tracked for under a week, making longer-term activity trends unavailable. With 423 members online (2.5% of total), the group shows stronger engagement than 48% of similar-sized groups, though trust signals remain mixed.
The Algorand token (ALGO) ranks 79th by market capitalization at $853.6 million and trades at $0.094476, up 8.2% over the past week. The token has declined 97.3% from its all-time high, reflecting the broader crypto market downturn since the 2021-2022 peak.
What gets posted. The group posts official announcements about Algorand protocol developments, technical achievements (such as post-quantum cryptography implementations), and ecosystem updates. Members are reminded to verify authenticity when contacted privately and to report suspicious behavior; the tone emphasizes security and factual product information.
Who it is for. This community is for developers, users, and investors interested in the Algorand blockchain, its technical features, and ecosystem updates. Those seeking investment advice or price speculation will find a moderated, official channel focused on product announcements rather than trading discussion.
Key Takeaways
- Algorand Foundation Official carries mixed trust signals with low confidence; tracking started recently, limiting historical context.
- The group shows above-average engagement for its size, with 2.5% of members online compared to typical rates.
- Recent announcements focus on post-quantum cryptographic capabilities and protocol innovations rather than price or trading.
- No lookalike handles were detected, and the group has operated since February 2018.
- ALGO trades 97% below its all-time high, reflecting the prolonged bear market for major cryptocurrencies.
Before You Join
- Members should verify any private contact claiming to be from admin or moderation, as the group actively warns against impersonation.
Algorand Foundation Official is a crypto Telegram group with 18,690 members, ranked 602 of 7,145 indexed communities by size and 341 among groups. It posts about 5.6 times a day. At the last check 457 members were online, 2.4% of the group. Its trust score is 60 of 100 (mixed signals). It is the community listed on CoinGecko for Algorand (ALGO), market cap rank 79.
Source: Telegram's public data for @algorand, collected by TGMetrics. Figures as of 2026-09-06. See the methodology.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the official Algorand channel?
Yes, this is Algorand Foundation Official (@algorand), which has operated since February 2018 and carries the title designation of an official foundation channel.
How active is the community?
The group has 18,690 members with 423 currently online (2.5%), which is higher engagement than 48% of groups its size, though tracking began recently and longer-term trends are not yet available.
What do members discuss?
The group focuses on official announcements about protocol features, technical developments such as post-quantum cryptography, and ecosystem updates rather than price speculation or trading.
What is Algorand (ALGO)?
Algorand is a blockchain network with its native token ALGO ranked 79th by market cap at $853.6 million, currently trading at $0.094476 after declining 97.3% from its all-time high.
Should I be careful about anything in this group?
Yes, the group explicitly warns that admins and moderators never initiate private conversations; anyone claiming to be admin in direct messages is impersonating and may have malicious intent.
How long has the group been around?
The group's first message dates to February 15, 2018, indicating it has existed for over six years as an official Algorand Foundation channel.
Is there a scam risk here?
No lookalike handles were detected, and the group actively educates members about impersonation tactics and encourages reporting suspicious behavior.
Is @algorand the official Algorand Telegram?
Yes. It is the Telegram community listed for Algorand (ALGO) on CoinGecko, market cap rank 79.
How do I verify the official link?
Open the project's own website or its CoinGecko listing and follow the Telegram link from there. Official handles never ask for seed phrases or wallet connections in chat.
How is the trust score calculated?
Every community starts at 60 and each signal moves it by a stated weight, measured against communities of similar size in this index. Groups are scored on how many members actually post, share online, spam share, join bursts, growth smoothness, and age. Thin data caps the score and lowers confidence; nothing scores 100.
What is the ALGO price right now?
Algorand trades at $0.0948, +0.2% in 24 hours and +7.4% in 30 days, with a market cap of $856.6M. Prices come from CoinGecko and refresh every two hours.
How often is this updated?
Member counts are snapshotted at least daily, hourly for active channels. Post metrics are re-read at 1 hour, 24 hours, and 7 days after posting.