Telegram groups are a great way to exchange information and be kept informed of the latest developments. Unlike WhatsApp, you can simply search and then join any group of your choice. In addition, Telegram currently allows the addition of up to 2,000,000 members to the group, which is far more than what its nearest competitor has in store. Although being part of these groups is certainly very interesting, the same cannot be said of the administrators of these groups. If you’re the administrator of a group and feel like you’re in charge of administrative tasks, it’s probably time to pass the torch. Fortunately, Telegram offers a very simple way to transfer ownership of a group to any other member of the group. Let’s see the steps to follow. Also, don’t forget to check out 11 tips and tricks on Telegram.
Transfer of group ownership in Telegram
Before trying this guide, two conditions must be met. First of all, you should be logged into the Telegram app for at least 24 hours. Second, and most importantly, you must have enabled two-factor authentication for at least 7 days. If you haven’t already done so, go to settings > Privacy and Security > Two-step verification and follow the on-screen instructions that follow.
After that, bookmark this item and come back a week later to transfer group ownership to Telegram. Users who have already activated it can immediately try the steps mentioned below. Also take a look at the steps deactivate the Telegram account link in forwarded messages.
Steps to follow
- Open the group in Telegram whose administrative rights you wish to transfer.
- Tap the group name, then tap Edit icon located at the top right.
- Then head to the administrators section and press Add an administrator.
- Choose the group member you want to transfer group ownership to in Telegram.
- Now activate the toggle next to Add new administrators. As soon as you do, you will see the Group ownership transfer option below.
- Finally press Change owner in the pop-up that appears. This option will only work when both prerequisites are met.
So that was all of the guide on how to transfer group ownership to Telegram. If the administrative responsibilities have become too heavy for you, try the above steps and take a break from these tasks.
The owner of a Telegram Channel & several associated Groups (2 are super Groups) wants to leave and transfer ownership to me, I am already Admin on them all. He has set up 2 Stage Verification but cannot be off of Telegram for 24 hours as he is owner & Admin on various other very active groups! How can he proceed?