How to Set Up OpenClaw on Telegram

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Create a Telegram bot via BotFather, add the token to OpenClaw config, and start chatting. Telegram is the easiest channel to set up.

Why Telegram?

Telegram is the easiest channel to set up with OpenClaw. It uses the official Bot API (via grammY), supports rich messages, and works in both DMs and groups.

Setup Steps

  1. Open Telegram and message @BotFather
  2. Create a new bot: /newbot
  3. Copy the bot token
  4. Add it to your OpenClaw config
  5. Start the gateway and message your bot

Features

  • Rich text with Markdown formatting
  • Inline buttons and keyboards
  • Image and file sharing
  • Group chat support
  • Voice message support
// Add Telegram bot token to config
{
  "channels": {
    "telegram": {
      "token": "your-bot-token-from-botfather",
      "dmPolicy": "pairing",
      "allowFrom": ["your-telegram-user-id"]
    }
  }
}

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