Telegram Monetization
Sell access to your Telegram group or channel. One-time payments or recurring subscriptions.
Overview
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| One-time payments | ✅ |
| Weekly subscriptions | ✅ |
| Monthly subscriptions | ✅ |
| Auto-approve on join | ✅ |
| Auto-kick on expiry | ✅ |
| Renewal reminders | ✅ |
Use Cases
- Alpha groups — Crypto/trading signals
- Paid communities — Premium memberships
- Course access — Educational content
- Exclusive content — Behind-the-scenes, early access
How It Works
1. Buyer pays on 1ly (USDC)
2. Buyer enters Telegram username
3. 1ly sends join-request invite link
4. 1ly bot auto-approves the buyer
5. (Subscriptions) Bot auto-kicks when expiredSetup Guide
Step 1: Connect Your Telegram (One-Time)
- Go to your 1ly Dashboard
- Start creating a new link
- Enable Telegram Gating
- Click Connect Telegram
- Telegram opens — tap Start in the 1ly bot chat
- Done! Your account is connected
You don't need to create a bot or manage tokens. 1ly provides everything.
Step 2: Add 1ly Bot to Your Group
- Open your Telegram group/channel
- Add @1lyBot as a member
- Promote it to Admin with these permissions:
- ✅ Invite Users via Link (required)
- ✅ Ban Users (required for subscriptions)
- The bot posts a "✅ Confirm" button — click it
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Without admin permissions, the bot cannot create invite links or manage members.
Step 3: Create the Link
- Go to Dashboard → Add Link
- Select Standard link type
- Enable Telegram Gating
- Paste your Telegram group link (e.g.,
https://t.me/yourgroup) - Choose pricing:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| One-Time | Single payment, lifetime access |
| Weekly | Recurring payment every 7 days |
| Monthly | Recurring payment every 30 days |
- Set your price (in USDC)
- Save
Pricing Options
One-Time Payment
- Buyer pays once
- Access never expires
- Best for: courses, permanent communities
Weekly Subscription
- Buyer pays every 7 days
- Access expires if they don't renew
- Bot sends reminder before expiry
- Bot auto-kicks if not renewed
Monthly Subscription
- Buyer pays every 30 days
- Same auto-renewal and expiry handling
- Best for: ongoing communities, alpha groups
Buyer Experience
- Buyer visits your link (e.g.,
1ly.store/yourname/vip-group) - Sees group description and price
- Connects wallet (or signs in)
- Pays in USDC
- Enters their Telegram username
- Receives a join-request invite link
- Clicks link → auto-approved by 1ly bot
Buyers can renew before expiry to extend access. The bot notifies them 24 hours before expiration.
Managing Members
View Active Members
Check your Dashboard for:
- Active subscriptions
- Expiry dates
- Payment history
Removing Members
- Remove manually from Telegram group
- Or let subscriptions expire naturally
Member Renewal
- Buyers return to your 1ly link to renew
- Payment extends their subscription period
- No action needed from you
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Bot can't create invite links | Make sure bot is admin with Invite Users permission |
| "Click Confirm" not appearing | Remove and re-add the bot, then click Confirm |
| Buyer not auto-approved | Ensure buyer entered correct Telegram username (case-sensitive) |
| Subscription not expiring | Check bot has Ban Users permission |
| Bot not responding | Make sure you started the bot (/start in DM) |
Best Practices
| Do | Don't |
|---|---|
| ✅ Set clear expectations in description | ❌ Hide the price |
| ✅ Price based on value delivered | ❌ Overprice without content |
| ✅ Post regularly in your group | ❌ Let the group go silent |
| ✅ Use subscriptions for ongoing value | ❌ Use subscriptions for one-time content |
FAQ
Can I have both free and paid members? Yes. Non-1ly members can still be in your group. The bot only manages paid access.
What happens if someone leaves and wants to rejoin? They need to pay again through your 1ly link.
Can I offer trials? Not currently. Consider a low-priced first month instead.
Which blockchains are supported? Solana and Base. Buyers pay in USDC.