Frustration mounts as Telegram rejects bot ads and holds funds hostage

Hey folks, I’m at my wit’s end here. My team and I spent two months creating six awesome bots for Telegram. We did everything by the book: registered our company, got all the legal stuff sorted, and even set up an ad account with 80 TON.

We’ve been trying to get our ad approved for almost a week now. The first rejection made sense – we targeted non-English channels with an English ad. But after fixing that, we keep getting shot down without any real explanation.

Now we’re stuck. We can’t get our ad approved, and we can’t even get our money back from the ad account. We’ve reached out to support, but it’s been radio silence.

Anyone else run into this problem? Any ideas on how to get our funds back or finally get our ad approved? We’re totally lost here and could use some advice from the community.

function checkAdStatus(attempts) {
  if (attempts > 5) {
    console.log('Ad approval failed. Funds locked.');
    return false;
  }
  return Math.random() < 0.2;
}

let adApproved = false;
let tries = 0;

while (!adApproved && tries < 6) {
  adApproved = checkAdStatus(tries);
  tries++;
}

console.log(`Ad approval status: ${adApproved ? 'Success' : 'Failed'}`);
console.log(`Number of attempts: ${tries}`);

This code snippet shows our frustrating experience with the ad approval process. Any suggestions?

ugh, been there done that. telegram’s ad system is a nightmare! have u tried hitting them up on social media? sometimes that gets their attention. also, double-check ur ad copy against their policies - they can be real sticklers. if all else fails, maybe look into influencer collabs to get the word out bout ur bots. good luck!

Man, I feel your pain. Went through a similar ordeal with Telegram last year. Their ad approval process is like navigating a minefield blindfolded.

Here’s what eventually worked for us: we broke down our ad into smaller, more specific campaigns. Instead of one big ad for all six bots, we created individual ads for each bot, tailoring the content and targeting more precisely. It took more time, but it finally got us through the approval gauntlet.

As for the locked funds, keep hammering their support. We had to escalate to a supervisor before we saw any movement. It’s a pain, but persistence pays off.

In the meantime, consider showcasing your bots in relevant Telegram groups. Many allow promotional posts if you contribute valuable content too. It’s not ideal, but it can help build some buzz while you battle the ad system.

Hang in there. The Telegram ecosystem can be rewarding once you crack the code.

I’ve encountered similar issues with Telegram’s ad approval process. It’s frustrating, but persistence is key. Have you tried reaching out to Telegram through multiple channels? Sometimes a direct message on Twitter or a post on their official forum can get attention.

One strategy that worked for me was to thoroughly review Telegram’s ad policies and ensure our ad copy explicitly addressed each point. We also included a detailed description of our bot’s functionality in the ad submission.

Regarding the locked funds, unfortunately, this is a common problem. Keep escalating with support, and consider involving legal counsel if the situation persists. Document all communication attempts for your records.

In the meantime, consider alternative promotion methods like partnering with relevant Telegram channels or influencers to showcase your bots. This might help build traction while you navigate the ad approval process.