Title: A Quick Guide to Understanding Telegram UIDs and Usernames
Summary Understanding Telegram UIDs and usernames is crucial for user management and social interaction. A UID is a unique identifier for every user, group, channel, or bot, while a username serves as a user's public identity on Telegram. Grasping this information can enhance your user experience.
Telegram Terminology Explained
UID
UID (User Unique Identifier) is a unique digital identifier assigned to every user, group, channel, and bot. This UID is unchangeable; if an account is deleted and re-registered, a new UID will be generated.
How to find your UID?
- Official Client: The official Telegram client does not display UIDs.
- Using Bots: You can obtain your UID via the following bots:
@getidsbot@Sean_Bot@userinfobot@username_to_id_bot
- Third-Party Clients: Some third-party clients can display UIDs.
Uses of UID
- Search Functionality: While you cannot directly search for users via their UID, some clients allow you to locate users using a link format, for example:
tg://user?id=UID. - Management Functions: Some bots or userbots can utilise UIDs to mute or ban users.
Username
A username is a unique alphanumeric identifier, ensuring that no two users, groups, channels, or bots share the same username. For example: @tgcnz, @tgcnx. A username can be left empty, or users can choose not to set one. However, setting one makes it easier for others to find you in Telegram's global search.
Account Creation Date
Telegram does not display an account's registration date by default. However, you can obtain an approximate registration date via bots or third-party clients, though this information may not be entirely accurate. You can use the following bots to check the registration date:
@creationdatebot@getidsbot
By understanding Telegram UIDs and usernames, users can more effectively manage their social networks and enhance their interaction experience.