Launch OpenClaw to Telegram
Connect your OpenClaw AI assistant to Telegram in minutes. Full Bot API support, inline mode, custom keyboards, and group chat capabilities. BYOS hosting - bring your own server.
Linking OpenClaw to Telegram
Have your AI assistant live on Telegram in three simple steps
Create Bot via BotFather
Message @BotFather on Telegram to create a new bot and get your API token. Takes 30 seconds and is completely free.
Connect to OpenClawBotHosting
Add your Telegram bot token and AI API key (Anthropic or OpenAI). Configure your OpenClaw's personality and commands.
Deploy to Telegram
Hit deploy and your OpenClaw goes live on Telegram. We handle hosting, webhooks, and message processing.
OpenClaw Telegram Features
Everything OpenClaw can do on Telegram
Full Bot API Support
OpenClaw integrates with the complete Telegram Bot API. Send messages, photos, documents, polls, and more.
Slash Commands
Register custom slash commands for your OpenClaw. /help, /start, and any commands you define.
Inline Keyboards
Create interactive inline keyboards and reply keyboards for rich OpenClaw interactions.
Group & Channel Support
Your OpenClaw works in Telegram groups and can post to channels. Admin controls and mention-based activation.
Media Processing
OpenClaw handles images with vision AI, processes voice messages, and manages file uploads and downloads.
Inline Mode
Enable inline mode so users can invoke your OpenClaw from any chat by typing @yourbot followed by a query.
BYOS Hosting for OpenClaw on Telegram
Launch OpenClaw on your own server - we handle the deployment, you keep full control
Bring Your Own Server
Run OpenClaw on your own server from DigitalOcean, AWS, Hetzner, Vultr, or any provider. We deploy and manage the OpenClaw instance for you.
- Your infrastructure, your data
- Full root access retained
- Run local AI models
- Lower costs at scale
- Data residency compliance
- Custom configurations
OpenClaw Telegram FAQ
What is the process to deploy OpenClaw to Telegram?
Create a bot through Telegram's BotFather to get your API token. Connect that token to OpenClawBotHosting, add your AI API key, and deploy. Your OpenClaw is live on Telegram within minutes.
Do I need to create a Telegram bot first?
Yes. Message @BotFather on Telegram to create a new bot and get your API token. This is free and takes about 30 seconds. Then connect that token to OpenClawBotHosting.
Which AI models work with OpenClaw on Telegram?
OpenClaw supports Anthropic Claude (Claude 3.5 Sonnet, Opus, Haiku) and OpenAI (GPT-4, GPT-4o). You provide your own API key. BYOS users can also run local models like Llama.
What is the total monthly cost of OpenClaw on Telegram?
OpenClawBotHosting starts at $29/month. Telegram counts as one platform connection. The Telegram Bot API itself is free. You also pay for AI API usage to Anthropic or OpenAI.
Can OpenClaw work in Telegram groups?
Yes. Your OpenClaw works in Telegram groups with configurable activation modes: respond to all messages, only when mentioned, or only to replies. Admin controls available.
Does OpenClaw support Telegram inline mode?
Yes. Enable inline mode so users can type @yourbot followed by a query in any chat, and your OpenClaw responds with suggestions. Great for quick lookups and AI summaries.
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Have your AI assistant live on Telegram in minutes.