By Kavita Mistry 
Before the introduction of WhatsApp communities, Telegram channels were a great way to broadcast messages to a large number of people. Telegram channels are used for both legal and illegal purposes, despite Telegram laying out strict guidelines.
Moderators on Telegram actively monitor channels and the content that is being shared and take measures to restrict anything that breaches their terms and conditions.
If you cannot see a Telegram channel or access it like how you used to and see the “This channel can’t be displayed” error, follow this guide to fix it.
Why do Telegram channels get banned?
Telegram has active moderators who monitor violations in real-time and take action on channels and groups that do not follow the terms and conditions. Some of the reasons for Telegram channels to get banned are:
- Spreading content that is illegal under the law of a country
- Sharing explicit content
- Spreading child p*rn (Telegram takes it very seriously)
- Sharing copyrighted content
- Making hate speeches and instigating violence and lawlessness
How to Fix “This Channel Can’t Be Displayed” Error on Telegram
Before you go into fixes, make sure the channel has not been banned by searching on Google or another Telegram account. Then, update your Telegram app to the latest version, or reinstall it to see if it fixes anything. You can also log out of your account on the Telegram app, clear the Telegram app’s cache in the app settings, and log in again to fix the error. If these simple fixes do not work, follow the advanced fixes below.
Disable Sensitive Filtering
The sensitive filtering setting on Telegram filters out all the content that is Not Safe for Work (NSFW) or adult (18+) content. If you enable showing the 18+ content, it stops blocking the channels that carry adult content, or something similar.
To disable sensitive filtering on Android,
- Open the Telegram app.
- Tap on the hamburger menu and select Settings.
- Select Chat Settings on the Settings page.
- Go to the Other Settings section in the Chat Settings and toggle the button beside Show 18+ Content.
To disable sensitive filtering on the Telegram app on a Windows PC,
- Click on the hamburger menu in the Telegram app and select Settings.
- Go to Chat Settings and toggle the button beside Show 18+ Content under the Sensitive Content section.
If the channel is not displaying due to sensitive content, you will see the channel now.
Use Telegram on Another Device
If you cannot display a Telegram channel on your smartphone, try accessing the channel on another phone or a PC. It might help you access the channel for some time until the action (if any) taken by the moderators reflects on all Telegram clients.
Use Telegram X
Telegram X is an official Telegram client that is smoother and faster than the regular Telegram client. It is currently available in the Google Play Store to download and use. It comes with some additional features like Secret Chat, etc.
Download Telegram X on your Android device and sign in with your mobile number. It will display the inaccessible channel. You can install both clients of Telegram on a device without an overlap or any issues.
Use a VPN
A VPN enables you to change your IP address by masking the real IP address provided by the internet service provider. You can use the IP addresses of many countries around the world based on the server you select to use. A premium VPN comes with additional security and privacy advantages.
When you are unable to access a Telegram channel, one of the reasons could be geo-restriction applied by the moderators. The geo-restrictions allow Telegram to comply with the laws of a country. Changing your location to a different country with the use of a VPN bypasses the geo-restriction and lets you access the channel.
Download and Install Telegram From the Official Website
Unlike other messaging apps, Telegram gives the user a choice to install the client from whichever source they wish. Telegram, on its official website, provides all the available mobile, desktop, web, and unofficial apps list and links to download them. Download the installer based on your operating system and install it. Then, sign in with your account and see if you can access the channel you are having issues with.
You can use one of the Telegram Web apps, too, and see if it helps in accessing the channel.
Create Another Account
There is a chance that your account is restricted from accessing the channel. Creating another account with another number will help in bypassing the restriction. Log out of your existing account, and clear the app’s cache in the app settings before you create another account.
After creating the account, try accessing the channel by searching for it or with the link you have. It will work unless the channel itself is terminated by the moderators.
Use Unofficial Telegram Clients
Telegram, unlike other messaging apps, allows the use of third-party or unofficial Telegram clients. The third-party Telegram clients bypass the restrictions laid by official apps. They provide users with new features that do not exist in the official apps.
You can use Nicegram on Android and iOS or Unigram for Windows. Install them from official sources like Google Play Store, App Store, and Microsoft Store, and sign in with your Telegram account. Then, disable content filtering and mark your age as above 18 to see content without restrictions.
Contact Support
If you manage the channel you are unable to access because of the error, you can contact Telegram support, explain your issue in detail, and get help. They will help you in fixing the issue and get your channel back to the accessible mode. If they have restricted your channel for some violations, they may give you another chance by reinstating the channel. It all depends on the intensity of the violations.
That’s it. Hope this helps in fixing the error you are seeing while accessing a Telegram channel.
How to remove Telegram restrictions?
To remove restrictions on Telegram, you can disable sensitive content filtering by enabling the showing of 18+ content. You can also use Telegram X on Android, and third-party apps like Nicegram and Unigram on Android and Windows operating systems. To bypass geographical Telegram restrictions, you can use a VPN.
How can I open hidden channels in Telegram?
Most of the channels on Telegram that spread copyrighted or banned content are hidden. The admins get new subscribers to the channel using social media or by maintaining a public group. They post invite links that work for a certain time in the groups and add new users to the channels. You have to join the group and actively look for invite links.
How to view banned Telegram channels?
You cannot access banned Telegram channels from official Telegram channels. Even the admins cannot post anything new on those channels. To access the old content, you may use unofficial Telegram clients like Nicegram or Unigram.
See the Telegram Channel That Cannot Be Displayed
When you cannot access a Telegram channel from your account, you can create a new Telegram account or see if the channel is banned by searching for it on Google or another account. Encouraging channels that spread restricted or illegal content might also lead to a ban on your Telegram account. You need to be careful with such channels, as they may share phishing links at times.