How to Join a Telegram Chat: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Join a Telegram Chat: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Telegram is amongst the most popular messaging apps, famous for its privacy, speed, and enormous group chats. Whether you would like to join a public group, an individual channel, or an invite-only chat, the guide will walk you through the task.
Methods to Join a Telegram Chat
There are several ways to join telegram chat, determined by whether it’s a public group, private group, or channel. Here’s how to do it:
1. Joining a Public Telegram Group or Channel
Public groups and channels are available via links, search, or invitations.
Method 1: Using an Invite Link
Click around the invite link (usually shared as t.me/groupname or t.me/groupname).
If you’re on mobile, it's going to open inside the Telegram app.
If you’re on desktop, it may well open in a very web browser—click "Open in Telegram".
Tap "Join" to enter the group or channel.
Method 2: Searching for a Group
Open Telegram and tap the magnifier (Search icon).
Type the group or channel name (e.g., "Tech News").
Select the right result and tap "Join".
2. Joining a Private Telegram Group
Private groups require an invite link or admin approval.
If someone sends you a personal invite link, stick to the same steps as above.
Some groups require admin approval—you might need to message an admin first.
3. Joining a Telegram Channel
Channels are broadcast-only (only admins can post), but joining is comparable to groups:
Find the channel using a link or search.
Tap "Join" a subscription.
Troubleshooting: Common Issues
1. "This link is invalid or expired."
The link might have been revoked. Ask the admin for any new one.
Some groups set member limits—if full, you can’t join.
2. "This group is private."
You need a unique invite link or admin approval.
3. Telegram Not Opening the Link?
Make sure you've Telegram installed.
Try opening the link inside a mobile browser or copying it into Telegram’s search.
Tips for New Telegram Users
✔ Turn on notifications to remain updated.
✔ Use usernames (@yourname) to let others add you easily.
✔ Explore bots (like @QuizBot or @StickerDownloader) for added features.
Joining a Telegram chat is simple—whether through a link, search, or admin invite. Public groups are easy to access, while private ones may need approval.
