How to Create Custom Telegram Stickers (2026 Guide)

Telegram lets anyone create and publish custom sticker packs for free. You can make static (PNG), animated (TGS), and video (WEBM) stickers.

Creating a Static Sticker Pack

Open Telegram and search for @Stickers (the official Stickers bot).
Send /newpack to create a new sticker pack.
Choose "Static" when asked for the sticker type.
Enter a name for your sticker pack.
Send a PNG image (512x512 pixels, transparent background, under 512 KB).
Send an emoji that represents this sticker.
Repeat for each sticker. A pack can have up to 120 stickers.
Send /publish when done. Choose a short link name.

Image Requirements

Static: PNG, 512x512px, transparent background, under 512 KB
Animated: TGS format (Lottie animation), 512x512px, under 64 KB, 60 FPS, max 3 seconds
Video: WEBM, 512x512px, under 256 KB, max 3 seconds, VP9 codec

Tips for Great Stickers

Use bold outlines and bright colors that look good at small sizes.
Keep designs simple; stickers are displayed small in chat.
Add a white stroke/outline around the sticker for visibility on dark backgrounds.
Choose emojis that match the sticker emotion for better search discovery.

Managing Your Pack

Use /addsticker to add more stickers, /delsticker to remove one, /ordersticker to reorder, and /editsticker to change the emoji for a sticker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need design software to create stickers?

For static stickers, any image editor that supports PNG with transparency works (GIMP, Photoshop, Canva, etc.). For animated stickers, you need Adobe After Effects with the Bodymovin plugin or similar Lottie-compatible tools. For video stickers, any video editor that exports WEBM will work.

Can I monetize my Telegram sticker packs?

Not directly through Telegram. Sticker packs are free for all users. However, you can use stickers to promote your brand, build a community, or drive traffic to your products. Some creators sell custom sticker design services.

How do I share my sticker pack?

After publishing, your pack gets a link like t.me/addstickers/YourPackName. Share this link anywhere. When someone opens it, they can add the entire pack to their Telegram with one tap.