Telegram

Overview

Telegram integration uses the official Bot API. You create a bot via BotFather, provide the token to Chelar, and your assistant responds to messages sent to that bot.

Setup Steps

1. Open Telegram and message @BotFather.
2. Send /newbot and follow the prompts to create a bot.
3. Copy the bot token that BotFather gives you.
4. In the Chelar dashboard, go to Channels > Add Channel > Telegram.
5. Paste the bot token and save.

Your assistant is now live on Telegram. Send a message to your bot to test it.

Configuration Tips

• Bot name and avatar are managed via BotFather, not Chelar.
• Group chats — add your bot to a group and it will respond when mentioned or when privacy mode is disabled.
• The bot token is stored encrypted in your tenant data directory.