Telegram OTP verification your users won’t miss
Where Telegram OTP fits your verification flow
Telegram OTP Pricing
| Channel | Pricing model | Starting from |
|---|---|---|
Telegram | per message | $0.024 |
What Telegram OTP verification gives you
How to get started
Telegram OTP vs. SMS OTP
| Feature | Telegram OTP | SMS OTP |
|---|---|---|
Encryption | Encrypted in transit | Not encrypted by default |
Read confirmation | Delivery and read receipts | Delivery receipt only |
Sender | Verified shared sender | Sender ID, short code, or long code |
App required | Yes, Telegram app must be installed | No, works on most phones |
Regional strength | Strong in Eastern Europe, Asia, and the Middle East | Universal, every country and network |
Pricing | Flat per message | Varies by destination |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Telegram OTP verification?
Telegram OTP verification sends a one-time passcode to a user through the Telegram app to confirm their identity.
The user enters the code in your app to prove they control the account. It's a fast, low-cost alternative to SMS, and it works well in regions where
Telegram is widely used such as India, Russia, Indonesia, Brazil, Egypt, and the U.S.
Is Telegram OTP secure?
Telegram encrypts messages in transit, so verification codes are protected between Dexatel and the user’s device.
Codes are single-use and time-limited, which makes them a safe option for sensitive flows like logins, password resets, and transaction approvals.
What sender do Telegram OTP codes come from?
Codes are delivered from a shared verified sender called “Verification Codes.” Branded or custom senders aren’t supported for Telegram OTP at this time.
How much does OTP for Telegram cost?
Telegram OTP is a flat $0.024 per verification sent, the same rate in every country. There are no monthly fees and no per-conversation charges, so you pay only for the codes you send.
What happens if a user isn't on Telegram?
You can set a fallback channel such as SMS or WhatsApp through the Verify API. If the user can't be reached on Telegram, your configured fallback delivers the code instead, billed at that channel's standard rate. You control the order and timing.
Is Telegram OTP cheaper than SMS OTP?
It can be. Telegram OTP is a flat rate with no carrier fees, while SMS OTP pricing varies by country and network. In markets where Telegram is widely used, it often works out cheaper, which is why many businesses use Telegram as the primary channel and SMS as fallback.
