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 among the most popular messaging apps, famous for its privacy, speed, and large group chats. Whether you want to join a public group, a private channel, or even an invite-only chat, the following information will walk you through the task.
Methods to Join a Telegram Chat
There are a couple of ways to telegram chats, depending on 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 is available via links, search, or invitations.
Method 1: Using an Invite Link
Click for the invite link (usually shared as t.me/groupname or t.me/groupname).
If you’re on mobile, it's going to open within the Telegram app.
If you’re on desktop, it might open inside a web browser—click "Open in Telegram".
Tap "Join" to go in the group or channel.
Method 2: Searching for a Group
Open Telegram and tap the magnifying glass (Search icon).
Type the group or channel name (e.g., "Tech News").
Select the correct result and tap "Join".
2. Joining a Private Telegram Group
Private groups require a party invitation link or admin approval.
If someone sends you an individual invite link, keep 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 via a link or search.
Tap "Join" to sign up.
Troubleshooting: Common Issues
1. "This link is invalid or expired."
The link was revoked.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 have Telegram installed.
Try opening the link in a very mobile browser or copying it into Telegram’s search.
Tips for New Telegram Users
✔ Turn on notifications to be updated.
✔ Use usernames (@yourname) to allow others add you easily.
✔ Explore bots (like @QuizBot or @StickerDownloader) for extra features.
Joining a Telegram chat is simple—whether by having a link, search, or admin invite. Public groups are really simple to access, while private ones might need approval.
