Telegram Channel - Stars Monetization Missing Settings – Even With Subscriptions Enabled

• It’s a proper broadcast channel, not a group
• I see “Boosts,” “Reactions,” and “Subscriptions” in settings
• I do NOT see “Monetization” or “Statistics”
• Channel currently has 2 subscribers
• Account registered with both Taiwanese and Canadian numbers (tested both)
• Tried on iOS, desktop app from http://telegram.org/, and web version
• Telegram app is updated

• Minimum subscriber count?
• Channel age?
• Region?
• Manual approval?

Elon Snup said:

Stars monetization has a few hidden requirements that aren't well documented:

1. **Subscriber threshold** - Most reports say you need at least 500-1000 subscribers before the Monetization tab appears. 2 subs won't cut it.

2. **Channel age** - Generally needs to be at least 30 days old with consistent activity.

3. **Region** - Taiwan and Canada should both be fine, but some GEOs are excluded. The bot @botfather can give you regional restrictions if you check.

4. **Content type** - Channels focused on certain content categories (adult, crypto, etc.) may face additional delays or restrictions.

The fastest path: get your subscriber count up to 500+ organically or with engagement groups, keep posting regularly, and check back in 2-3 weeks. The tab usually just appears one day without notification.

If you're in a hurry, some people report success reaching out to @TelegramStars or checking their Telegram Business support (if available in your region).

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