Install OpenClaw on Telegram
Wire OpenClaw into Telegram and operate your self-hosted AI assistant through one of the fastest messaging platforms available.
Telegram Capabilities
Bot API Integration
Full Telegram Bot API support with automatic webhook registration. Your bot activates the moment OpenClaw connects.
Inline Query Mode
Invoke your assistant from any Telegram chat using inline queries. Get answers without switching conversations.
Webhook-First Architecture
Receive messages via secure HTTPS webhooks. No polling overhead, no missed messages, instant response delivery.
Group & Channel Support
Add your bot to groups or channels. Configure trigger keywords, mention-based activation, or always-on responses.
Rich Message Formatting
Send formatted text with Markdown or HTML, inline keyboards, reply markup, and interactive button menus.
File & Media Exchange
Handle photos, videos, documents, voice messages, and stickers. Your assistant can generate and send media too.
Command Framework
Register custom slash commands that appear in the Telegram command menu. Users discover capabilities instantly.
Multi-Bot Management
Run multiple Telegram bots from a single OpenClaw instance. Separate contexts, unified management dashboard.