A growing number of people wants to know how to make money on Telegram, but a lot of misinformation gets in the way.
Telegram is full of success stories, yet newcomers often get discouraged by common myths. Today, Telegram is bigger than ever for creators and entrepreneurs.
To help you get started, we’re busting five big myths about making money on Telegram.
Myth 1: “Making Money on Telegram is Only for Tech Experts”
Busted: Many people assume knowing how to make money on Telegram requires advanced technical skills or coding experience. In reality, you don't need to be tech-savvy to start earning.
Telegram offers easy-to-use bots and tools that handle complicated tasks for you—such as managing payments, subscriptions, or selling digital products. You simply have to sign-up to InviteMember, set up your project, and start sharing valuable content or products.
Whether you’re selling services, memberships, or digital downloads, making money on Telegram with InviteMember is user-friendly and accessible to everyone worldwide, regardless of technical background.
Myth 2: “You Need a Huge Audience to Make Money”
Busted: Many people think having thousands of subscribers is the only way to make money on Telegram. While that's true for most social media platforms, on Telegram, you don't always need a large audience to earn good money.
Telegram has an ads program for channels with over 1,000 subscribers. But earnings from ads are typically limited. For example, a channel with 1,000 subscribers might only earn around $20 to $50 per month through ads.
With InviteMember, you can monetize fewer subscribers more effectively. For instance, just 20 subscribers paying $10 per month earns you $200 monthly—far more than Telegram ads pay for 1,000 subscribers.
InviteMember lets you set prices and subscription plans to fit your goals, allowing smaller communities to earn significant income on Telegram without relying on large subscriber counts.
Myth 3: “You Can’t Sell Products or Services on Telegram”
Busted: Some people aren’t sure how to sell on Telegram, thinking it’s just a chat app and not a place for real business. But Telegram has evolved into a powerful platform for entrepreneurs.
Telegram now offers built-in tools to help you sell. For digital goods and services, you can use Telegram Stars—a virtual currency that lets users pay directly inside the app . You can create bots that send invoices, accept payments, and deliver products automatically .
For physical products, InviteMember supports payments through various providers like PayPal or Stripe, allowing you to collect money from customers right inside your own membership landing page.
InviteMember lets you set up paid subscriptions, accept payments (including Stars), and control access to your content—all without coding. Whether you're selling digital downloads, physical items, or personal services, you can handle it on Telegram.
Myth 4: “Monetizing on Telegram Means Using Shady Tactics”
Busted: Some people think making money on Telegram involves scams or shady tactics. While it's true that Telegram—like WhatsApp, Discord, or any publicly available digital platform—might have issues with scams and fake bots, there are far more legitimate businesses than scammers earning income on the platform.
Creators can monetize ethically by sharing valuable content and recommending products or services they believe in. Many channel owners earn income through transparent affiliate marketing . Others get paid for offering their expertise, such as coaching or consulting, via Telegram.
Using subscription bots, you can set up paid subscriptions and manage access to your content without using unethical practices. This approach helps build trust with your audience and ensures a sustainable income stream.
Avoid tactics like buying followers or promoting get-rich-quick schemes, as these can damage your reputation and may lead to account suspension.
Myth 5: “It’s Too Hard to Set Up a Paid Channel or Membership”
Busted: Some people believe that creating a paid Telegram channel or members-only group is technically difficult. That might have been true years ago, but now it’s easier than ever. Today, you don’t need to be a developer to monetize Telegram with subscriptions.
Telegram offers tools like InviteMember, which simplifies the process. With InviteMember, you can set up subscription plans, accept payments through various methods (including credit cards, PayPal, and crypto), and manage member access—all without coding. The platform automates tasks like adding new subscribers to your channel and removing them when their subscription ends.
Setting up a paid channel can take just minutes. Once configured, InviteMember handles the rest, allowing you to focus on delivering value to your subscribers. Many creators are already earning recurring income this way.
Don’t let these myths hold you back. Focus on providing value, engage your community, and leverage the tools available.
Whether you monetize via affiliate marketing, direct sales, or paid subscriptions, real value and consistency win.
Now that these myths are busted, you can move forward with confidence and start applying these insights to make money with Telegram.
