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Let’s face it \u2014 Telegram is not only a messenger anymore, but a platform for content creators to earn money on their channels, bots and since very recently Mini Apps<\/a>! But do you wonder how to monetize your Telegram project with the maximum impact?<\/p>\n

In this article, you will find a full guide to Telegram monetization for any project, prepared for you by RichAds ad network<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

A general guide to monetization in Telegram: 3 popular sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Basically, the monetization possibilities in Telegram don\u2019t differ much from other platforms alike and end up at providing advertisement places at various resources: from channels to Mini Apps. But the advertising forms and peculiarities do differ based on the type of the resource. Below, we provided short reviews on the most common Telegram monetization options conducted for you by RichAds<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Telegram channel monetization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When looking up options on how to monetize Telegram channels, the owners of those usually come across two popular ways: joining official Telegram ads for \u2018sponsored messages\u2019 displaying or publishing advertising posts. Eventually, both of the options can coexist in a single Telegram channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sponsored messages<\/strong> are most likely the first thing content creators look at while searching for ways on monetizing Telegram channels. These ads are run via the official Telegram ad platform and are displayed in the very bottom of channels, usually marked as \u2018sponsored\u2019. The main Telegram monetization requirements for channels to get this type of monetization is to have at least 1000 members, while the revenue from ads is up to 50%. Nonetheless, sponsored messages can be turned off by Telegram Premium users regardless of the channel owners\u2019 wish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advertising posts<\/strong> are probably the most common way to monetize a Telegram channel nowadays. Selling ad placements as posts in its turn can be done two ways: having agreements with advertisers or by relying on Telegram ad agencies and affiliate programs. Regarding the work with advertisers directly \u2014 it\u2019s all based on the individual agreements, while Telegram ad agencies basically just automate this process and provide a base of advertisers with ability to post ads according to owners\u2019 preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good to know!<\/strong>
There\u2019s also another way to monetize Telegram for channel owners \u2014 Telegram Stars. Basically, those are paid emojis that users might apply to posts, for example, to unlock exclusive content or just support the author. In fact, it barely passes as a monetization since it\u2019s more of a donation which subscribers utilise to express appreciation for content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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