Telegram Wallet and Toncoin: 2025 Beginners Guide

Telegram is no longer just a messaging app. You can now send and receive cryptocurrency directly inside Telegram using the Telegram Wallet.

In this guide, we’ll explain what Toncoin is, how the Telegram Wallet works, and how you can use it easily.

What Is Toncoin?

Toncoin (TON) is the main cryptocurrency of The Open Network (TON).

This is a blockchain project that was originally started by Telegram and later continued by the community.

Toncoin is used to pay for things on the TON network, including services inside Telegram.

You can use Toncoin to:

• Send money to friends in Telegram
• Buy Telegram usernames and anonymous numbers
• Pay for digital services or bots

Telegram has added Toncoin support into its app, making it one of the easiest ways to start using crypto.

What Is the Telegram Wallet?

The Telegram Wallet is a Telegram-based crypto wallet that works directly inside the Telegram app. With it, you can:

• Send and receive Toncoin
• Buy crypto with a card
• Store crypto safely
• Use Toncoin with Telegram bots and services

There are two types of wallets in Telegram:

• Custodial Wallet: Telegram manages your wallet keys for you. It’s simple and safe for most users.
• TON Space (Self-Custodial): You manage your own wallet and recovery phrase. This gives you more control, but it’s also more technical.

In this guide, we’ll focus on the custodial wallet, which is easier for beginners.

How to Set Up Your Telegram Wallet

1. Open Telegram and search for @wallet
2. Tap Start to begin chatting with the Wallet bot
3. Allow the bot to add itself to your attachment menu (optional but useful)
4. Accept the terms and conditions

That’s it! Your wallet is now ready to use.

You’ll now see buttons for:

• Balance
• Deposit
• Send
• Buy

How to Find Your Telegram Wallet Address

Your wallet has a unique address (like a bank account number).

To receive Toncoin from others:

1. Go to @wallet and tap Add Crypto/Deposit
2. Choose Toncoin (TON)
3. You’ll see your wallet address and a QR code

You can copy this address and share it with someone who wants to send you Toncoin.

How to Buy Toncoin in Telegram

If you don’t have any Toncoin yet, you can buy some directly:

1. Open @wallet
2. Tap Buy or Top up with card
3. Enter the amount you want to buy
4. Pay with your bank card

You’ll receive the Toncoin directly in your wallet once the payment is complete.

How to Send Toncoin to Friends

You can send Toncoin to any Telegram user. You don’t need to know their wallet address—just their Telegram username.

1. Open @wallet or tap the Wallet icon in a chat
2. Tap Send
3. Enter the amount of Toncoin
4. Enter the person’s @username or choose from your contacts
5. Confirm and send

The recipient will get a message from the bot with the Toncoin transfer. If they haven’t set up their wallet yet, the bot will help them.

What You Can Do With Toncoin in Telegram

Telegram is building a mini economy around Toncoin.

Here’s what you can do:

• Tip others: Send small amounts of Toncoin as tips in groups or chats
• Buy usernames: Use Toncoin to buy Telegram @ usernames from the Fragment marketplace
• Use bots: Some Telegram bots accept Toncoin for services or rewards
• Trade crypto: Use the peer-to-peer (P2P) market in @wallet to buy or sell Toncoin
• Buy Telegram Stars: Save on Telegram Stars by buying with Toncoin. Follow this simple guide.

Safety Tips

• Only use the official @wallet bot (it has a blue checkmark)
• If you use TON Space, save your recovery phrase safely
• Never share your wallet details or recovery phrase
• Start with small amounts until you’re confident

Final Thoughts

Telegram makes crypto easy. With the Telegram Wallet and Toncoin, you can send money as simply as sending a message. Whether you're tipping friends, buying usernames, or building bots, Toncoin helps you do more inside Telegram.

Start small, stay safe, and explore what’s possible!

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