How to Find Nearby People on Telegram?

Many Telegram users wonder, “How do I find people nearby?” This feature is especially useful for making new friends. The best part is that you can connect with nearby users without sharing your phone number or username.

What is the Telegram People Nearby Feature?

Telegram’s “People Nearby” feature lets users discover and connect with others in their vicinity. By using the device’s GPS, Telegram displays a list of nearby users, making it easy to start conversations quickly. Since this feature is optional, users must manually enable it in their settings before they can use it.

Why Find People Nearby on Telegram?

Telegram’s “People Nearby” feature can be useful for various reasons, including:

1. Expanding Your Social Circle – Connect with people beyond your friends and family who could become new friends.
2. Community Building – Engage with local communities and foster connections in your area.
3. Joining Interest-Based Groups – Discover and participate in conversations with people who share your hobbies or interests.
4. Meeting New People – Make new friends and network with individuals nearby.
5. Marketing and Advertising – Reach potential customers or collaborators in your vicinity.

How to Find Nearby Contacts in Telegram?

1. Open the App
   • Launch Telegram and tap the three-line menu (☰) in the top-left corner.
   • Select “People Nearby” from the side menu.
2. Enable Location Access
   • Allow Telegram to access your location when prompted.
   • Choose “While Using the App” to ensure visibility only during active use.
   • Note: Granting access does not make you visible immediately.
3. Discover Nearby Users
   • Once enabled, you’ll see a list of Telegram users near you, sorted by distance.
   • At the top, toggle “Make Myself Visible” to appear in others’ searches.
4. Explore Nearby Groups
   • Scroll down to view groups created near your location.
   • Each group displays:
     • Member count
     • Distance from you
     • Recent activity (last message or topic)
   • Tap “Join” to participate in any group.

How to Find People Nearby on Telegram Using Bots?

If you prefer not to use Telegram’s built-in “People Nearby” feature, you can also find nearby users through a location-based bot. Here’s how:

1. Choose a Bot
   • Search for a Telegram bot that specializes in location-based connections.
   • Look for bots that allow users to share and discover nearby contacts.
2. Install the Bot
   • Open the bot’s profile and click “Start” or “Install” to activate it.
3. Share Your Location
   • Send your location by:
     • Clicking the attachment icon (📎) and selecting “Location”, or
     • Typing a specific command (e.g., /share_location).
4. Search for Nearby People
   • The bot will generate a list of users near you based on your shared location.
5. Start Chatting
   • Select a user from the list and send them a message directly through the bot.

This method offers an alternative way to connect with people nearby while maintaining control over your location sharing.