A t.me link capable of passing hidden data payloads.
When a user clicks a `t.me/username?start=payload` link, the Telegram app opens and prompts them to press 'Start'. Instantly, your bot receives the `payload` securely, allowing it to adapt its welcome message dynamically.
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Step-by-step guide: How to Create a Telegram Link: t.me Links, Deep Links with a Start Parameter, and QR Codes
Input the exact {'@'} of your Telegram Bot or Group.
Attach alphanumeric strings to identify the traffic source.
Use the t.me link on your website or social media channels.
Pass affiliate IDs through the start parameter to track conversions.
Send the user specific product information immediately upon starting.
Use different start parameters for Facebook ads versus Google ads.
Pass temporary secure tokens to bind web sessions to Telegram accounts.
| Feature | Standard t.me Link | Payload Start Link |
|---|---|---|
| User Action | Press '/start' | Press '/start' |
| Bot Intelligence | Generic greeting sent | Highly contextual greeting |
| Marketing Attribution | Lost completely | Tracked perfectly |
Detect and process incoming start payloads instantly using the Webhook interface.
{
"api_key": "YOUR_SMSBAT_KEY",
"to": "TELEGRAM_USER_ID",
"text": "Welcome! We detected you clicked the promo link."
}