Join Modes

AdTarget supports two ways for users to join your Telegram channel: Direct Join and Request to Join. You can switch between them at any time with a single click — no code changes, no downtime.

Direct Join

With Direct Join, each visitor gets a unique, single-use invite link. When they click it, they join the channel instantly.

How it works:

1. Visitor lands on your page with the AdTarget tracker
2. AdTarget generates a unique invite link for that visitor
3. Visitor clicks the link and joins immediately
4. AdTarget attributes the join to the original ad click

Benefits:

• Zero friction — one click and they’re in
• Best for high-traffic funnels where speed matters
• Simplest user experience — nothing stands between the click and the join

Request to Join

With Request to Join, your Telegram channel is set to require approval. Each visitor still gets a unique trackable link, but instead of joining directly, they submit a join request. The AdTarget bot auto-approves them instantly, so the experience feels nearly identical to Direct Join.

How it works:

1. Visitor lands on your page with the AdTarget tracker
2. AdTarget generates a unique invite link for that visitor
3. Visitor clicks the link and sends a join request
4. The bot auto-approves the request within seconds
5. AdTarget attributes the join to the original ad click

Benefits:

• Reusable links — invite links don’t expire after one use, reducing link generation overhead
• Extra security — if a link gets leaked or shared, the bot controls who actually gets in
• VIP feel — the approval step adds a sense of exclusivity
• Better for private communities where you want a layer of control

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How to Switch

That’s it — one click, instant switch, no data loss.

Next Steps

• Connect a Channel if you haven’t already
• Set up your Meta Pixel to send conversion events back to Meta