Your AI agent on Telegram
Deploy your OpenClaw agent as a Telegram bot. Execute real tasks, share files, and manage your infrastructure through one of the fastest messaging platforms available.
Key features
Setup in four steps
Create a Telegram bot
Message @BotFather on Telegram, use the /newbot command, and receive your bot token.
Configure in OpenClaw
Go to Settings > Integrations > Telegram in your dashboard. Paste your bot token and save.
Set the webhook
OpenClaw automatically registers the webhook with Telegram. Your bot starts receiving messages immediately.
Test the connection
Open a chat with your bot and send a message. Your agent should respond within seconds.
Use cases
DevOps Notifications
Your agent monitors infrastructure and posts alerts, deployment summaries, and health checks directly to your Telegram group.
Data Retrieval on Demand
Query databases, pull reports, or check analytics by sending a quick Telegram message — results come back formatted and ready to share.
Team Task Automation
Assign tasks, track progress, and get status updates through a shared Telegram group where your agent acts as the coordinator.
Frequently asked questions
Can my bot work in group chats?
Yes. Add your bot to any group or supergroup. It can respond to mentions, commands, or all messages depending on your privacy settings.
Does the bot support inline mode?
Yes. Inline queries let users invoke your agent from any Telegram chat by typing @yourbotname followed by their request.
What file types can the bot handle?
Telegram supports documents, photos, audio, video, and voice messages up to 2GB. Your agent can send and receive all of these.
Can I customize the bot commands menu?
Yes. Define custom slash commands through your OpenClaw dashboard and they will appear in the Telegram command menu automatically.