How to deploy Clawdbot on Telegram
Three steps. Five minutes. Zero DevOps experience needed.
Create a Telegram Bot
Open Telegram, message @BotFather, and run /newbot. Give your bot a name and username. BotFather will give you an API token.
Configure Your Agent on DesktopClaw
Log in to DesktopClaw, create a new agent, pick your AI model (GPT-5.2, Claude Sonnet 4.5, etc.), and write a system prompt that defines how your bot should behave.
Paste Your Token and Deploy
Add the Telegram channel, paste the bot token from BotFather, and click deploy. Your Clawdbot-powered Telegram bot goes live in under 90 seconds.
What you can build with Clawdbot on Telegram
From personal assistant to customer support, Clawdbot adapts to any Telegram use case.
Personal AI Assistant
Run Clawdbot as your personal assistant on Telegram. Ask questions, summarize articles, translate text, or brainstorm ideas on the go.
Community Support Bot
Add Clawdbot to your Telegram group to answer member questions, moderate discussions, and provide 24/7 automated support.
Business Customer Service
Deploy a Clawdbot-powered bot for your business Telegram channel. Handle inquiries, provide product info, and qualify leads automatically.
Why use DesktopClaw for Telegram?
Self-hosting Clawdbot for Telegram means running a server 24/7, handling webhook configuration, and managing SSL certificates. DesktopClaw eliminates all of that.
Deploy Clawdbot to other channels too
One Clawdbot agent can serve multiple platforms at the same time.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Clawdbot on Telegram and other channels at the same time?
Yes. A single Clawdbot agent on DesktopClaw can serve Telegram, Discord, and WhatsApp simultaneously from one deployment.
Does the bot work in Telegram groups and DMs?
Yes. Clawdbot can respond in both private messages and group chats, depending on how you configure the bot's permissions in BotFather.
What AI models can I use for my Telegram bot?
DesktopClaw supports GPT-5.2, Claude Sonnet 4.5, DeepSeek V3, Gemini 3 Flash, and more. Switch models anytime without redeploying.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. DesktopClaw offers a free 14-day trial with $1 in AI model credits. No credit card required to start.
How many Telegram bots can I deploy?
It depends on your plan: 1 bot on the free trial, 3 on Starter, 10 on Pro, and unlimited on the Business plan.
Does the bot support inline mode?
Clawdbot responds to direct messages and group mentions. Inline mode support is planned for a future release.