# Why Apple Cracks Down on Telegram but Leaves X Alone

Apple has repeatedly restricted Telegram over content moderation issues, while giving X more leeway. The difference reflects each app's compliance with App Store rules and how they handle harmful content. This raises questions about consistency in Apple's enforcement.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/tech/976405/apple-telegram-ban-x-app-store-violations) — 2026-08-07T07:00:00-04:00