The usual causes
- Fails for everyone: the link passed its expiry date, reached its usage limit or was revoked.
- Fails for one person: they are on the chat's Removed users list (new links keep failing until an admin removes them from it), or their account has joined too many chats.
- Only sends a request: the link needs admin approval; nothing is broken.
Step-by-step fixes and where each setting is: Telegram invite link says expired: 6 causes.
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Frequently asked questions
Why does a new Telegram invite link say expired?
If it fails for only one person, they are probably on the Removed users list. An admin must remove them from that list; new links do not help until then.
How do I check a link's limits?
Open the chat info, tap Edit, then Invite Links. Each link shows its expiry date, usage limit and joins.
Can a revoked link work again?
No. Share the current link instead.
Why do people only see a join request?
The link requires admin approval. Accept the pending requests or create a link without approval.
Is anything sent to your website?
A link check goes through our server to read Telegram's public page, and only that result stays in a short cache. The troubleshooter questions run in your browser.
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