This is a cat-and-mouse game. If the admin has configured the bot strictly (e.g., "3 unique IPs required"), this may fail. But for 80% of groups, self-clicking works flawlessly. Method 5: Changing Your Privacy Settings to Make "Sharing" Irrelevant Sometimes, you don’t want to join a group because you don’t want your phone number or profile picture exposed to strangers. Technically, this isn't "joining without a link," but it removes the fear of sharing your identity.
Telegram has exploded in popularity as one of the most secure and feature-rich messaging apps available. With over 800 million active users, it hosts millions of public and private communities. However, a major pain point for many users is the dreaded "share link" barrier.
Often, to join a specific group, an admin or bot demands that you share a link with three friends, post a link on your social media story, or join a "spam channel" first. But what if you want to maintain your privacy? What if you don’t want your contacts knowing you joined a specific stock trading or meme group?
