What it does
Donate is the official Telegram bot that lets channel owners and creators receive financial support from their audience without leaving Telegram. Followers tap a button, choose an amount, and contribute to the channels and creators they want to keep around. The whole flow happens inside the app on the same account they already use.
It is operated by the Telegram team and integrates with Telegram's native payment plumbing, so there is no extra signup, no external dashboard, and no third-party processor sitting in the middle.
Why people use it
- Channel owners want a clean way to take tips and recurring support from subscribers.
- Creators prefer keeping the audience and the money on the same platform.
- Supporters want a one-tap way to back creators without sharing card details across new sites.
- Communities use it to crowdfund hosting costs, server fees, and creator time.
How to use it
- Tap "Open in Telegram" above.
- Send
/start. - Follow the prompts to either set up donations for your own channel or contribute to a creator.
- Confirm the amount and the transaction completes inside Telegram.
Features
- Native Telegram payments flow with no third-party redirect.
- Works for channels, groups, and individual creators.
- Verified official badge so supporters know it is the real Telegram bot.
- Supports one-time contributions and ongoing creator support.
Frequently asked questions
Is Donate free to use?
The bot itself is free. Telegram and the underlying payment processor may take standard fees on transactions.
Is it safe?
Yes. Donate is operated by Telegram and uses the same payment infrastructure as the rest of the platform.
Where can I get help?
Send /help inside the bot or contact Telegram support through the official channels.
Behind the app
Built and operated by the Telegram team.
