Telescope is a Telegram Ads launch service built by a team of media buyers: a euro-denominated ad account is opened within 48 hours, the starting budget is €500 and the commission starts at 15%. According to the service’s website as of October 2026, you can top up your balance in rubles or cryptocurrency, and agencies and media buyers get up to 5% cashback.
What is Telescope
Telescope (Teleskop LLC, Kazan, Russia) positions itself as a service “by media buyers, for media buyers.” It opens euro-denominated Telegram Ads accounts for advertisers and adds its own tools for bulk launches and analytics on top.
Commission, exchange rate and cashback
The cost of a top-up is made up of the Central Bank of Russia euro rate plus ₽3 (rubles) and a commission starting at 15%. Russia’s 22% VAT is charged on the commission (it applies to Russian legal entities). The website lists the Basic, Education, Crypto and Real Estate categories, but does not state separate rates for them — check with a manager.
Cashback depends on monthly turnover:
- 3% — up to ₽1.5 million per month;
- 4% — from ₽1.5 million to ₽2.5 million;
- 5% — from ₽2.5 million.
Cashback is paid monthly to your bank account or to the ad account. To compare the final price with other intermediaries, see our guide on how to choose a Telegram Ads reseller.
Launch tools
- AI-powered selection of channels and bots for targeting.
- Auto-bidder and automated rules for CPM and budget.
- Bulk creation and editing of ads.
- Hourly analytics, a dashboard and XLSX reports.
- Automatic ad labeling (required by Russian law for ads shown to Russian audiences).
- Free training videos and a weekly mastermind session.
How to launch Telegram Ads through Telescope
- Submit a request on the website and agree on terms with a manager.
- Top up your balance in rubles or cryptocurrency — from €500.
- Get your account: a Telegram Ads account and launch recommendations within 48 hours.
- Launch campaigns and connect the service’s tools for bid management and analytics.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Commission from 15% — lower than many competitors | €500 entry threshold — higher than eLama or Click.ru |
| Cryptocurrency payments | Central Bank rate plus ₽3 for every euro |
| Up to 5% cashback and postpayment for businesses | Category rates are not published |
| Auto-bidder, bulk operations and AI channel selection | Managers are available only during business hours |
Who it suits
- Media buyers and agencies running a large volume of ads.
- Advertisers with a budget of €500+ per month for whom a low commission matters.
- Those who prefer to pay in cryptocurrency.
For other options, see our Telegram Ads resellers section.
Frequently asked questions
What commission does Telescope charge?
From 15% per top-up, plus 22% Russian VAT on the commission. The exchange rate is the Central Bank of Russia rate plus ₽3 per euro.
What is the minimum budget?
You can start from €500. The calculator on the website covers budgets from €500 to €15,000 per month.
Can I pay with cryptocurrency?
Yes, Telescope accepts top-ups in rubles and in cryptocurrency.
How does the cashback work?
Agencies and media buyers receive 3–5% of their monthly turnover, paid once a month to a bank account or to the ad account.
How long does it take to get an account?
According to the website, the Telegram Ads account and launch recommendations are provided within 48 hours.
