I run a YouTube channel with paid memberships. Now I want to set up a special Telegram chat just for my paying subscribers. The tricky part is making sure only active members can join.
Does anyone know how to link YouTube memberships with Telegram access? I’m looking for:
A way to automatically add/remove people based on their subscription status
A secure method to verify paid members
Any bots or tools that could help manage this
I’m not super tech-savvy, so easy solutions are welcome! Has anyone done something like this before? What worked for you?
I’ve been managing a similar setup for my channel, and here’s what’s worked well for me. Instead of trying to automate everything, I found a semi-manual approach to be more reliable. I use a Google Form where members submit their YouTube username and Telegram handle. Then, I cross-reference this with my YouTube membership list.
For distribution, I create temporary invite links in Telegram that expire after 24 hours. I send these to verified members via email. It’s a bit labor-intensive initially, but it ensures only paying subscribers get access.
To maintain the group, I do monthly audits. I export the Telegram member list and compare it to my current YouTube members. This helps catch any discrepancies. It’s not perfect, but it’s been effective for maintaining exclusivity without needing complex tech solutions.
Remember, clear communication with your members about this process is crucial. They’ll appreciate the extra effort to keep the group exclusive.
I’ve implemented a similar system for my channel. While there’s no foolproof automated method, I found success using a combination of approaches. Firstly, I created a landing page where members input their YouTube username and a unique code I provide to paid subscribers. This page then generates a Telegram invite link. To manage access, I use a Telegram bot that periodically checks membership status and removes inactive users. It’s not perfect, but it’s relatively low-maintenance once set up. The key is clear communication with your members about the process. Remember to regularly update your verification system to maintain security.
hey there! i’ve dealt with this before. there’s no perfect automated solution, but u could try using a service like zapier to connect youtube and telegram. alternatively, manually verify members through a google form linked to ur channel. it’s a bit of work but keeps things secure. good luck!