Complete Guide to TGID Export: How to Quickly Obtain Telegram User IDs from Valid Data

In the context of overseas customer acquisition, Telegram community operators often face a pain point: they have a batch of phone numbers that have been verified as active Telegram users through number screening, but when exporting, they only get the numbers, not the Telegram user IDs (TGID). Without TGID, they cannot directly send messages via Bot API or batch invite users to groups, making subsequent automated operations nearly impossible. This article systematically explains the complete process of TGID export, three commonly used methods, step-by-step procedures, and best practices after export, helping you truly transition from “valid numbers” to “actionable user IDs.”

What is TGID? Why Export It in Number Screening Scenarios?

TGID, or Telegram User ID, is a unique numeric identifier assigned by Telegram to each user. Unlike phone numbers, TGID does not change when users switch SIM cards or devices, and in many cases, users can choose to hide their phone numbers but cannot hide their user IDs. In number screening and customer acquisition scenarios, exporting TGID offers far greater value than merely obtaining a valid number.

Essential Differences Between TGID and Phone Numbers

Comparison Dimension	Phone Number	TGID
Ease of Acquisition	Can be obtained from public channels, but involves privacy	Requires detection or API access
Stability	May change when switching SIM cards or devices	Remains unchanged long-term
Automation Friendliness	Requires verification codes; cannot directly call Telegram interfaces	Can be operated directly via Bot API
User Privacy	Users can disable “Find by Phone Number”	Cannot be fully hidden, but is controllable

Typical Application Scenarios for Exporting TGID

• Batch Invite into Groups: Use TGID via Bot API to invite users into channels or groups without exposing phone numbers.
• Send Personalized Messages: Use the Bot API sendMessage method to push notifications or marketing content to specific TGIDs.
• Data Association: Map TGID to user IDs in your CRM system for cross-platform identity recognition.
• Automated Operations: Use scripts to periodically check user activity status, send reminders, etc.

Three Common Methods to Export TGID After Number Screening

Choose the most suitable method to export TGID from screening results based on your existing tools and needs.

Method 1: Directly Export TGID via a Screening Platform (Recommended)

Many professional screening platforms automatically return the TGID corresponding to a valid number when detecting Telegram numbers, and include this field in the export results. Taking KK-DATA as an example, after completing “TG Valid” or “TG Active” detection, the task result list will contain a “tgid” column that can be directly exported as CSV or TXT—no need to call the Telegram API twice.

Steps (General Process):

1. Log in to the screening platform console (e.g., KK-DATA Console).
2. Create a new screening task, select “TG Valid” or “TG Active” as the detection type (note: “TG Registered” detection may not include the tgid field).
3. Upload a CSV file containing phone numbers, and submit the task.
4. After the task is completed, go to the results page and check the “tgid” column in the export options.
5. Click Export to download the data file.

Method 2: Retrieve User ID from Already Screened Valid Numbers via Telegram Bot API

If you already have a batch of valid numbers verified through other means, but the original platform does not support TGID export, you can write your own script to call the Telegram Bot API to obtain user IDs. The core principle is: send a message to each number; if the account exists and allows receiving messages from strangers, the Bot will return an Update object containing the user ID. However, this method is less efficient and may trigger anti-spam mechanisms.

Basic Process:

1. Create a bot via BotFather and get a token.
2. Write a script (Python / Node.js) to iterate through the number list and initiate a conversation via the Bot API’s sendContact or start method.
3. Capture the user ID from the callback or webhook.
4. Control the sending frequency and handle cases where the user has disabled “Allow search by phone number.”

Method 3: Use Chrome Extensions/Telegram Client to Export (Not Recommended for Batch)

The Telegram desktop client supports exporting contact data (including numbers and user IDs), but only for contacts in your own address book. Chrome extensions (e.g., Telegram Web scrapers) can also achieve similar functionality, but most carry the risk of account bans and cannot handle large amounts of data. This method is only suitable for dozens of numbers and is not recommended for batch customer acquisition.

Data Preparation Checklist Before Exporting TGID

Before starting number screening and exporting TGID, refer to the following checklist to avoid task failure or empty results.

• Number list format: Ensure international format (e.g., +8613912345678), with no extra spaces or symbols.
• Deduplication: Use the platform’s data deduplication warehouse to avoid wasting credits on duplicate detection.
• Sufficient balance: Check your account balance. The price for TG valid detection can be found on the console billing page or the official billing page.
• Detection type selection: Be sure to select “TG Valid” or “TG Active” (not just checking registration, but confirming user existence).
• Export fields: Check the “tgid” column in the task results (some platforms do not check it by default).
• Task notification: Enable Telegram notifications so you are alerted immediately when the task is completed and can download promptly.

Step-by-Step: Using KK-DATA to Perform TG Valid Detection and Export TGID

The following uses KK-DATA as an example to demonstrate the complete process of TG valid number screening and TGID export from scratch. Other platforms can follow similar steps.

Step 1: Log in to the Console and Ensure Sufficient Balance

Visit the KK-DATA App Console, register/login using your phone number or email. First-time users can recharge at least about 50 USDT (TRC-20) (balance arrives automatically after recharge). Click “Balance” to view available credits.

Step 2: Create a New Screening Task and Select Telegram Detection Type

1. On the left menu of the console, click “Screening Tasks” → “New Screening Task”.
2. Upload a CSV of numbers (suggest column name phone) or paste the number list (one per line).
3. Select the Telegram platform, and choose “Valid” (TG Valid) or “Active” (TG Active) as the detection type.
4. If you need gender data, you can also check “Gender Identification”.
5. Confirm the estimated cost before submitting the task, then click “Submit”.

Step 3: View Task Results and Check the tgid Column for Export

After the task is completed (usually a few minutes to hours, depending on quantity), find the task in the “Screening Tasks” list and click “View Results”. On the results page, you will see the detection status (valid/invalid) for all numbers, along with additional field columns: tgid, gender, last_active_date, etc. Make sure to check the tgid column; select other fields as needed.

Step 4: Download CSV/TXT and Verify Data

Click the “Export” button and choose CSV or TXT format. After downloading, open the file and check if the tgid column contains numeric IDs (e.g., 123456789). If a row has an empty tgid, it means the number was detected as valid, but the user may have disabled “Find by Phone Number,” so the ID could not be obtained. This is normal.

Best Practices After Exporting TGID: How to Use User IDs to Improve Customer Acquisition Efficiency

Once you have TGIDs, how can you maximize their value? Below are three common and compliant use cases.

Notes on Using TGID for Batch Invitation into Groups

• Use a group admin bot: Only group admins can call the chat.inviteUser method, so you need to set the Bot as an admin and grant invite permissions.
• Frequency limits: Telegram limits each bot to a maximum of 30 invitations per minute (varies with account level). It is recommended to invite one user every 5-10 seconds and do it in batches.
• Privacy settings: If the user has enabled “Do not allow invitation by user ID,” the invitation will fail. In that case, mark the user ID as “uninvitable” to avoid repeated attempts.

Using TGID with Bot API for Message Push

Call sendMessage via Bot API to send text messages to a specified TGID. Points to note:

• The user must have initiated a conversation with the bot (i.e., sent /start to the bot first), otherwise the bot cannot send messages. In number screening scenarios, you can design an onboarding flow: first request user authorization via /start, then capture the user ID and store it in the database.
• When sending in batches, control the frequency and include an unsubscribe mechanism. Telegram’s anti-spam policies will ban bots that send messages at high frequencies.

Common Problems and Pitfalls to Avoid with TGID Export

1. What if the tgid column is empty after export?

   • Check if the detection type is “TG Valid” or “TG Active” (only “TG Registered” does not return tgid).
   • The user may have disabled “Allow search by phone number,” so the platform could not resolve the tgid.
   • The tgid column was not checked during export; re-export.

2. What is the maximum number of TGIDs that can be exported in a single task?
   With KK-DATA, a single task supports up to about 1 million numbers. It is recommended to keep single tasks under 500,000 for faster detection and export. For very large amounts of data, submit in batches and use the deduplication feature in the “Data Warehouse.”

3. Can exported TGIDs be reused? Do I need to re-detect?
   TGIDs themselves are fixed, but numbers may be deactivated, banned, or reassigned. It is recommended to re-detect the number status before each use to ensure the user ID is still valid. KK-DATA’s “Data Deduplication Warehouse” can avoid repeated detection of the same number, saving credits.

4. I only have a phone number. Can I directly get the corresponding TGID?
   If the Telegram account corresponding to that number exists and the user has not disabled “Find by Phone Number,” you can obtain the TGID through valid detection. However, some users have privacy protection enabled, so even if the number is valid, the TGID may not be retrievable. In such cases, the tgid column for that number will be empty in the results.

Summary: TGID Export – The Key Step from Numbers to User IDs

The crucial step from raw phone numbers to actionable Telegram user IDs is TGID export. Through a professional screening platform, you can batch detect number validity and export TGIDs in one click, saving the hassle of secondary development. Whether for group invitations, message pushes, or data association, having TGIDs greatly expands your automated operations capabilities.

Log in to the KK-DATA Console now, recharge, and use the free “Global Number Generation” feature to perform a TG valid detection and experience the complete TGID export process. If you have questions, add customer service Telegram @kkdata_cc for personalized configuration advice, or visit the help documentation for detailed operation manuals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is the tgid column empty in my exported data?
A: Common reasons: ① The number was determined to be invalid or not a user during detection; ② The selected detection type (e.g., only “TG Registered”) may not include the tgid field; you need to choose “TG Valid” or “TG Active”; ③ The tgid column was not checked during export. Check your task configuration and detection type.

Q: What is the maximum number of TGIDs that can be exported in a single task?
A: With KK-DATA, a single detection task supports up to about 1 million numbers, and the export will fully include all valid numbers that passed detection. For very large data volumes, it is recommended to export in batches or download the complete CSV directly.

Q: Can exported TGIDs be reused? Do I need to re-detect?
A: TGIDs are bound to numbers, but number status may change (deactivated, banned). It is recommended to re-detect each time before use to ensure the user ID is still valid. KK-DATA supports deduplication through the data warehouse to avoid wasting credits.

Q: How can I batch invite users into groups after exporting TGIDs?
A: You can use the Telegram Bot API to call the chat.inviteUser method, but note that only group admins can invite, and only if the user has not set privacy restrictions. Use a bot to send invitations one by one with a reasonable interval (e.g., one every 5 seconds) to avoid rate limits.

Q: I only have a phone number. Can I directly get the corresponding TGID?
A: If the Telegram account corresponding to the phone number exists and has allowed “Find by Phone Number,” you can obtain the TGID through detection. However, not all numbers can be exported—some users disable “Allow search by phone number,” and even if the number is valid, the TGID may not be extractable. In such cases, use “TG Active” detection; some platforms will try their best to resolve it.