Telegram Group Link: Get & Share It

This guide shows you how to get a shareable link for any Telegram group (public or private) and how to share it safely. You’ll need the Telegram app installed on your phone, desktop, or web browser, and you must be a member (or admin) of the group you want to link to.

What You’ll Need

• A Telegram account (free).
• The Telegram app on your device (Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, or the web version at web.telegram.org).
• Membership in the group (for private groups, you need to be a member; for public groups, anyone can get the link from the group info).
• If you want to create a new group, you’ll need at least one contact to add initially.

Step-by-Step

For a Public Group

1. Open Telegram and go to the group chat.
2. Tap the group name at the top of the screen (on mobile) or click the group name in the header (on desktop). This opens the group info page.
3. Look for the section labeled Group Link or Invite Link. Public groups have a permanent link like t.me/GroupUsername.
4. Tap or click the link to copy it, or use the “Copy Link” button if available.
5. Paste the link wherever you want to share it (chat, email, social media, etc.).

For a Private Group (Invite Link)

1. Open the private group chat in Telegram.
2. Tap the group name at the top (mobile) or click it (desktop) to open the group info.
3. Tap Add Member (or the person icon with a plus sign). On some versions, you may see Invite via Link directly.
4. In the menu that appears, tap Invite via Link or Copy Invite Link.
5. Telegram generates a temporary link (e.g., t.me/+AbCdEf123). Tap Copy Link to copy it to your clipboard.
6. Share the link with the people you want to invite. They can open it to join the group immediately.

Creating a New Group and Getting Its Link

1. Tap the pencil icon (mobile) or the menu button (desktop) and select New Group.
2. Select at least one contact to add, then tap the checkmark to create the group.
3. Once created, open the group info as above.
4. Follow the steps for a private group to get an invite link, or if you want a public link, you’ll need to make the group public (see below).

Making a Private Group Public (to Get a Permanent Link)

1. Open the group info page.
2. Tap Edit (pencil icon) on mobile, or click the three-dot menu and select Edit on desktop.
3. Tap Group Type.
4. Select Public.
5. Choose a username for the group (e.g., MyAwesomeGroup). The link will be t.me/MyAwesomeGroup.
6. Tap Save (or the checkmark).

Common Mistakes

• Sharing the wrong link: For private groups, the invite link changes when it’s revoked. Make sure you copy the current one, not an old one from a previous message.
• Sharing a public group’s link in a way that exposes the group to spam: Public groups are indexed in Telegram’s search, so anyone can find them. If you don’t want random people joining, keep the group private.
• Forgetting to revoke a leaked invite link: If you accidentally share a private invite link publicly, revoke it immediately (see Troubleshooting).
• Using a link with a temporary token for a permanent purpose: Private invite links are temporary by default. For a permanent link, make the group public.
• Not checking the group’s privacy settings before sharing: If the group is private and you share the invite link, anyone with the link can join. If you only want specific people, use the “Add Member” feature instead.

Tips

• Use a public link for communities: If you want your group to grow organically, a public link is best because it’s searchable.
• Revoke a private link if it’s compromised: Go to group info > Edit > Invite Link > Revoke. This invalidates the old link and generates a new one.
• Set an expiration for invite links: On Telegram, you can set a time limit for a private invite link (e.g., 1 hour, 1 day). This is useful for temporary events.
• Use a short, memorable username for public groups: This makes the link easier to share verbally.
• Pin the invite link in the group description: This makes it easy for members to find it later.

Troubleshooting

• I can’t find the invite link option: Make sure you have admin rights. On some versions, the option is hidden under “Add Member” > “Invite via Link”. If you’re not an admin, ask the group creator to share the link.
• The link doesn’t work when I share it: Check if the link was revoked. Try generating a new one. Also, make sure the link is copied fully (no missing characters).
• I want to change a public group’s username: Go to group info > Edit > Group Type > Public, and change the username. The old link will stop working, and a new one will be created.
• People can’t join via the link: If the group is private, the link might have expired. Generate a new one. If the group is public, check that the username is correct and that the group isn’t banned.
• I accidentally shared a private link publicly: Revoke the link immediately to prevent unwanted members. Go to group info > Edit > Invite Link > Revoke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a link for a group I’m not a member of?

No. You must be a member of the group to access its invite link. For public groups, you can find the link in the group info, but you still need to join first to see it.

Do private group links expire?

Yes, by default, private invite links are temporary. However, you can set them to never expire when creating them (on some platforms) or make the group public to get a permanent link.

Can I see who joined via my invite link?

No, Telegram does not show which specific invite link a member used. You can only see the member count.

What’s the difference between a public and private group link?

A public group link is a permanent URL like t.me/username that anyone can find via search. A private group link is a temporary invite token that only works if the group is private and the link hasn’t been revoked.

Can I share a group link on other platforms?

Yes, you can copy the link and paste it anywhere—email, WhatsApp, Twitter, etc. The link will open Telegram and take the user directly to the group.

How do I revoke an invite link?

Go to group info > Edit > Invite Link > Revoke. This invalidates the current link and generates a new one. The old link will no longer work.

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