Trying to share your Telegram profile link but cannot find it in the app? You may only see an @username, find no Copy Link button, or wonder whether sharing the link will reveal your phone number.
The exact menu can vary between Telegram versions, but the basic process is simple. Find or create your username, turn it into a complete t.me link, and then paste or publish that link wherever you want people to contact you.
For example, if your username is @alexmarketing, your profile link is:
https://t.me/alexmarketing
This guide explains how to copy and share the link on iPhone, Android, Telegram Desktop, and Telegram Web. It also covers QR codes, privacy settings, common link problems, and the differences between profile, group, channel, and bot links.
What Is a Telegram Profile Link?
A Telegram profile link is a clickable URL that opens your Telegram account and lets someone start a chat with you. It normally looks like this:
https://t.me/yourusername
For example, @alexmarketing becomes https://t.me/alexmarketing. The link uses your username, not your display name, and you should leave out the @.
Sharing this link saves people from searching for your account or asking for your phone number. It does not automatically add them to your contacts. Group and channel links may look similar, but they open different destinations.
Find or Create Your Telegram Username
Can’t find your Telegram profile link? First check whether your account has a public username. Without one, Telegram cannot generate a standard profile link.
Find Your Current Username
Open Telegram Settings and look for Username in your profile details. It appears with an @, such as @alexmarketing.
On iPhone, you may need to tap Edit first. On Android, Desktop, or Telegram Web, the username is usually available in your profile or account settings.
If you use multiple accounts, make sure you are viewing the correct one.
Create a Username If You Don’t Have One
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Open Telegram and go to Settings.
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Open Edit Profile or select Username.
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Enter an available username.
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Save your changes.
Your profile link will then follow this format:
https://t.me/yourusername
Choose a username that is short, recognizable, and easy to type. For a business account, try to match your brand name or other social media handles.
Remember that a public username allows people to find and message you through Telegram search. Changing it also changes your profile link, so you will need to update any previously shared versions.
Once your username is ready, you can copy and share the link.
How to Copy and Share Your Telegram Profile Link
Telegram may move menu items between updates, but your profile link is usually found on the Username screen. Once you copy it, you can paste it into a message, email, social profile, or website.
On iPhone or iPad
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Open Telegram and tap the Settings tab at the bottom of the screen.
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Tap Edit in the top-right corner.
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Select Username.
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Tap the profile link shown below your username to copy it.
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Paste the link wherever you want to share it.
On Android
Open Telegram and tap the menu icon in the top-left corner. In newer versions, you may need to tap your profile photo instead.
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Select Settings.
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Tap Username under your account details. You usually do not need to open an Edit page first.
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Tap the displayed profile link to copy it.
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Paste and share the link in another app.
On Desktop or Telegram Web
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Open the main menu and select Settings.
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Open your profile or account details.
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Select Username.
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Click the displayed link to copy it.
If no copy option appears, create the link manually. Remove the @ from your username and place it after https://t.me/:
@alexmarketing → https://t.me/alexmarketing
This manual method works on every device.
Share Directly From Telegram
Some Telegram versions provide a Share option near your username or profile link. Select it, choose a Telegram chat or another app, and send the link directly.
If no Share option appears, copying and pasting the complete URL works just as well.
Add a short explanation when needed:
Message me on Telegram for support:
https://t.me/alexmarketing
A clear message tells people why they should open the link.
Share With a QR Code
Telegram can generate a QR code for accounts with public usernames. Open Settings, tap the QR code icon near your username, and then display, save, or share the code.
QR codes are useful for business cards, posters, events, and face-to-face contact. Telegram may also provide a temporary QR code for users without a public username, but temporary codes are better suited to in-person exchanges than permanent websites or printed materials.
Before sharing your link or QR code publicly, test it from another device or a logged-out browser. Confirm that it opens the correct account and does not contain an outdated username or typing error.
Where to Use Your Telegram Profile Link
Your Telegram link works best in places where people already look for contact information. Add a short description so they know why they should open it.
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Social media profiles: Add the full link to Instagram, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, Facebook, or YouTube. A clickable link is easier than asking people to search for your username.
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Email signatures: Include a simple line such as "Message me on Telegram." Send yourself a test email to make sure the link works.
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Websites and landing pages: Place the link on your contact, support, or landing page. Use clear button text such as "Chat with us on Telegram."
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Messages and online communities: Share the link in private messages, emails, forums, or community discussions when someone asks how to contact you.
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Printed materials: Turn the link into a QR code for business cards, posters, event badges, or store displays. Scan the final version before printing.
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Customer support: Point visitors to an account that someone monitors, and state what kind of help it provides.
Sharing your Telegram link in these places makes it easier for customers to reach you. As inquiries grow, however, a single account may struggle to handle them all. SaleSmartly’s diversion link lets you share one public link that directs customers to different Telegram accounts or bots. Each customer who clicks it is sent to one of the connected accounts or bots to start a chat. This distributes incoming inquiries across multiple accounts while giving customers one clear contact point. Your team can then manage those conversations in SaleSmartly’s shared inbox.
Before publishing your link, check what customers will see when they open the destination profile, including its details and privacy settings.
Check Your Privacy Before Sharing Publicly
A public profile link makes your account easier to reach, including by people you do not know. Before adding it to a website, social bio, or campaign, view your profile as a new visitor would.
Review these settings first:
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Keep your phone number private: A username link does not display your number in the URL. Still, check who can see your number and who can find your account with it.
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Limit visible profile details: Review your photo, name, Bio, and online status. Remove anything you would not want a customer or stranger to see.
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Set boundaries for direct contact: Decide who can message or call you, especially if the link will appear on a public page.
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Control group invitations: Restrict who can add your account to groups or channels to reduce unwanted invitations.
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Check the account identity: If the link is used for business, make sure the profile clearly shows the correct company name, photo, and contact purpose.
If only a few people need to contact you, send the link privately. If the link will appear on a public support page, consider using an account intended for customer contact instead of a teammate’s everyday personal profile.
This matters even more when several people speak for the business. Agree on who owns the Telegram account and how inquiries will be handled before publishing its link. SaleSmartly supports Telegram account integration for teams that want to manage those conversations in a shared workspace.
Fix Common Telegram Profile Link Problems
If your link is not working, copy the exact version from the website, message, or profile where you published it. An older link may be broken even when the username shown in Telegram Settings is correct.
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Problem |
Possible reason |
How to fix it |
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No copy option is available |
Your Telegram version uses a different interface |
Create the link manually with |
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The link is not clickable |
You shared only |
Replace it with the complete URL |
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Telegram shows "User not found" |
The username is misspelled, outdated, or no longer active |
Compare the link with the username currently shown in Settings |
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The link opens another profile |
You copied a username from the wrong account |
Check which Telegram account is active and copy the correct username |
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An old link suddenly stops working |
The username was changed or removed |
Create a new link and replace every published copy |
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A phone-number link does not work |
Your privacy settings prevent people from finding you by number |
Review the Phone Number settings or use a username link |
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A browser preview appears |
The link opened outside the Telegram app |
Select Open in Telegram or copy the username into Telegram search |
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The profile opens, but messaging fails |
The user may be blocked or the account may have messaging restrictions |
Review blocked users and the relevant account settings |
Check the URL for small mistakes as well. A correct link should look like this: https://t.me/alexmarketing
Remove any @ symbols, spaces, commas, or periods that were accidentally included.
Before placing the link in an advertisement, website button, or printed QR code, open it on another device or in a logged-out browser. Repeat the test whenever you change your username.
Other Telegram Links You May Need
Telegram uses t.me links for more than personal profiles. A link may open a group, channel, message, phone-number contact, or bot, so check the destination before sharing it.
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Link type |
Example |
What it opens |
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Phone-number link |
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A user chat when privacy settings allow it |
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Public group |
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A group people can view or join |
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Public channel |
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A channel people can follow |
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Private invitation |
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An invitation to a private group or channel |
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Message link |
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A specific post in a group or channel |
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Bot link |
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A conversation with a Telegram bot |
Which link should you share? If you want someone to message you directly, use your profile link. If the link is for customer support and visitors often ask the same first questions, a bot link gives you a way to start with an automated reply. You can connect the bot to SaleSmartly so your team can continue the conversation when a person needs to step in.
The bot and your personal account have different t.me links. Open the one you plan to publish and check that it leads visitors to the right conversation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my Telegram username the same as my profile link?
No. @alexmarketing is a username, while https://t.me/alexmarketing is the complete clickable link.
Can I share my Telegram profile without a username?
Yes. You can share your contact directly inside Telegram, use a temporary QR code, or create a phone-number link if your privacy settings allow it. These options are less suitable for a permanent public link.
Will my profile link reveal my phone number?
A username-based link does not include your phone number. Whether someone can see your number depends on your Telegram privacy settings and whether they already have it saved.
What happens if I change my username?
Your profile link changes with the username. Any links previously added to websites, social profiles, emails, advertisements, or QR codes will need to be updated.
Does someone need Telegram to open the link?
The link can open a Telegram preview page in a browser. To start chatting, the visitor may need to open Telegram on their device or sign in through Telegram Web.
Can I use the same link in several places?
Yes. The same profile link works in messages, social media profiles, emails, websites, and QR codes. Test it again whenever you change your username.
Further Reading
How to Create Telegram Links: A Step-by-Step Guide for Personal Accounts, Groups & Channels
+86 Not Receiving Telegram Codes? Reasons and Quick Solutions
The Best Guide on How to Search and Join Telegram Groups: Help You Quickly Join Any Chat Room
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