Telegram Launches Cost-Efficient Phone Number Authentication for Businesses

In a groundbreaking move, Telegram has unveiled a cost-effective solution for businesses to verify their customers' phone numbers at just $0.01 per code, regardless of location. This new service, aptly named Telegram Gateway, presents a major shift in the customer verification industry, offering a more affordable, faster, and secure alternative to traditional SMS verification methods.

A Game-Changer for Businesses

By leveraging Telegram Gateway, businesses stand to save millions by sending verification codes directly through the app. With the global verification industry valued at billions, this innovation reduces the financial burden significantly. According to Telegram, the platform itself spends around $10 million monthly to authenticate users who sign up and log in. Now, companies can sidestep these costs and rely on Telegram’s infrastructure.

Efficiency and Cost Savings at Scale

One of the standout features of Telegram Gateway is that companies are only charged for verification codes tied to existing Telegram accounts. If a customer’s number is not linked to Telegram, the service is provided free of charge. This policy adds another layer of cost savings for businesses, making it even more appealing as a reliable, large-scale verification tool.

A Modest Revenue Source with Massive Impact

While the pricing structure is designed to benefit businesses, Telegram acknowledges that this initiative may not generate significant revenue. However, the broader goal is to drive efficiency across industries, helping to reduce costs and, by extension, consumer prices.

By offering such a competitive solution, Telegram Gateway positions itself as a major player in the phone number verification market, making a compelling case for businesses to switch to a more affordable and secure method of customer authentication.

This move further solidifies Telegram’s commitment to innovation, user security, and global business optimization.

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