Description Nekogram
He sat down, opened the app, and within minutes had re-coded his entire messaging workflow. No bloat, no ads, no permissions he didn't control. That was the first time he realized a communication tool could feel like an extension of his own system, not a corporate data mine. Nekogram is built for that exact realization.
Core Architecture & Modular Mechanics
Nekogram operates as a third-party Telegram client, but the distinction is critical. It is not a reskin. The developer, 猫耳工坊, has rebuilt the core interaction layer from the ground up, focusing on granular user agency. The base function is messaging, but the operational logic is system optimization. You are not just sending texts; you are managing a local data ecosystem. The app intercepts standard Telegram traffic and applies a local processing layer, allowing you to toggle network features, cache behavior, and UI rendering without altering the server-side protocol. This means your contacts see standard Telegram messages, but your device handles them according to your rules, not the default client’s.
Key Advantages & Functional Differentiators
- Granular Network Control: You can selectively disable or enable network functions per chat, including read receipts, typing indicators, and last seen visibility, without third-party plugins or root access.
- Local Media Management: The app stores media in a custom database structure, allowing you to preview, delete, or export files without downloading them to the device's gallery or system storage.
- Customizable UI Engine: Every visual element, from chat bubbles to navigation bars, can be re-colored and re-sized through a local theme engine that does not require server-side theme installation.
- Privacy-First Permission Logic: Nekogram requests only four permissions: storage, camera, microphone, and notifications. It actively blocks background data collection by the host OS and does not implement any analytics SDKs.
- Advanced Cache Optimization: The app includes a built-in cache scheduler that can automatically purge temporary files based on age, size, or chat source, freeing storage without manual intervention.
Download Mobile App Now
Exclusive access for first users: the current build is available for a limited window before the next major feature lock. Today only, you can import your existing Telegram data without re-authentication. Most clients will push a mandatory update in 48 hours; install now to lock in the current privacy configuration.
Technical Disclaimer
This application requires an active internet connection for messaging functionality. In-app purchases are available for optional cosmetic themes and extended cache storage tiers. Minimum Android version 6.0 is required; performance on devices with less than 3GB of RAM may degrade with high-volume media usage. Data usage varies based on message frequency and media resolution. By downloading, you agree to the developer’s data handling policy, which states that no user data is collected, stored, or transmitted to third parties. Age restriction: 13+ for general use, 18+ for unrestricted media sharing features. The developer, 猫耳工坊, is not affiliated with Telegram Messenger LLP.
Information
- Version
- 12.5.1
- Developer
- 猫耳工坊
- Requirements
- Android + 6.0
- Updated
- 17.03.2026
- Size
- 138.44 MB
- Package
- tw.nekomimi.nekogram
- Signature
- 9f135815944f1aaabcde95047e9dddc9
- Architecture
- armeabi-v7a, x86, arm64-v8a, x86_64