OpenClaw for Telegram
A Telegram bot backed by OpenClaw
Create a Telegram bot that goes beyond scripted responses. OpenClaw handles rich messages, inline keyboards, file operations, and real system tasks from within Telegram. With Telegram's open Bot API, you get the most developer-friendly integration for your AI assistant.
Features
- Full Telegram Bot API support
- Rich text formatting with Markdown and HTML
- Inline keyboards and custom commands
- File upload and download capabilities
- Group and channel management
- Webhook-based real-time messaging
Use Cases
- DevOps alerts and incident response via chat
- Automated daily standup summaries
- On-demand server diagnostics from your phone
- Content pipeline management for teams
How It Works
Connect Telegram to OpenClaw in three steps
Create Your Telegram Bot
Use @BotFather on Telegram to create a new bot and receive your bot token. This is Telegram's standard process and takes under a minute.
Connect via DeployClaw
Paste your bot token into the DeployClaw dashboard. We configure the webhook automatically, so your bot connects to your OpenClaw gateway instantly.
Send Commands
Message your bot or add it to a group. OpenClaw processes requests and responds with real actions — running commands, generating files, querying databases.
What You Need
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I create a Telegram bot?
Open Telegram, search for @BotFather, and send /newbot. Follow the prompts to name your bot and receive a bot token. Copy this token into the DeployClaw dashboard. The entire process takes under a minute.
Can the bot work in group chats?
Yes. Add your bot to any Telegram group and it can respond to messages, process commands, and share files. You can configure whether the bot responds to all messages or only when mentioned using the DeployClaw dashboard.
Does it support Telegram channels?
Yes. OpenClaw can post to Telegram channels as a bot admin. This is useful for automated alerts, status updates, and scheduled content delivery.
Are inline keyboards supported?
Yes. OpenClaw can send messages with inline keyboard buttons for interactive workflows — confirmations, menu options, and multi-step processes all work through Telegram's native UI.
Other Integrations
OpenClaw connects to all major messaging platforms simultaneously
Deploy OpenClaw for Telegram today
Every plan includes Telegram integration at no extra cost.