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How to open blocked channels

If Telegram shows a restriction on the main channel, follow these steps. The screenshots below show exactly where to go.

1

Check the message

If you see “This channel can’t be displayed because it was used to spread pornographic content,” continue with the next steps.

Telegram blocked channel message
2

Open Data and Storage

Open Telegram, go to Settings, then tap Data and Storage.

Telegram Data and Storage setting
3

Enable 18+ content

Scroll down and enable Show 18+ Content. Then return to the channel and try opening it again.

Telegram Show 18 plus Content toggle

If the switch is missing

On some devices the option is not shown inside the mobile app. Open web.telegram.org on your phone or PC, sign in, then go to Settings → Privacy and Security → Sensitive Content and disable filtering.

Still can’t open the channel?

Try one of the backup channels below. If both mirrors are also unavailable, contact the technical admin.

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