In short
- You need three things: a private Telegram group, a way to get paid and a clear rule for people who stop paying.
- You can do it all by hand with PayPal or bank transfers: it works while the group is small.
- Past a few dozen members, a bot that lets payers in and removes people who stop is worth it.
1. Create the group and make it private
A private group can only be reached through an invite link. That’s the basis: without it, anyone who finds the name gets in.
- In Telegram, tap the pencil and choose New group.
- In Edit › Group type, choose Private.
- In Permissions, stop members from adding other people.
- Create invite links with admin approval, so you know who joins.
2. Choose how to get paid
There are two ways: by hand, or with a bot that connects payments and the group. Either way, you are the seller.
| Aspect | By hand | With a bot like Cerchia |
|---|---|---|
| Who receives the money | You, on PayPal or your bank account | You, on your own Stripe and Satispay Business |
| Who adds members | You, one by one | The bot, as soon as the payment goes through |
| Who removes non-payers | You, when you notice | The bot, after the grace days you choose |
| Receipts and VAT | Yours | Yours, with a monthly export for your accountant |
3. Remove people who don’t pay, without drama
Removing someone by hand always feels personal. Three rules help:
- Remind people before the renewal date, not after.
- Leave a few grace days if a payment fails.
- Write the rule in the group description, so nobody is surprised.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a VAT number?
- It depends on how much and how often you get paid, and your accountant gives you the answer. Here are the questions to ask: Paid groups and VAT numbers.
- How much should I charge?
- It depends on what you offer and how many people follow you. The calculator shows what you keep, plan by plan.
- Can fans pay with Satispay?
- Yes, if you have Satispay Business and connect it. With Cerchia, fans pay you directly.