add-telegram

Integrate Telegram as a configurable messaging channel in NanoClaw.

1|Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mgkyawzayya/potter-ai --skill add-telegram
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Skill: add-telegram
Source: https://github.com/mgkyawzayya/potter-ai/tree/main/.claude/skills/add-telegram
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mgkyawzayya/potter-ai --skill add-telegram

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires telegraf, dotenv, pino.

What problem does it solve?

This skill adds Telegram integration to NanoClaw, enabling flexible and configurable messaging channels without changing the core bot workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Four-mode operation: Replace WhatsApp, add Telegram as a parallel channel, use Telegram as a control channel, or enable Action-Only notifications.
  • Guided setup: Walks you through BotFather bot creation, token provisioning, chat registration, and deployment.
  • Real-world scenarios: Notify you via Telegram for alerts while keeping WhatsApp as the primary channel for everyday conversations.

Quick Start

Start by creating a Telegram bot, obtaining its token, registering your chat, installing dependencies, and running the Telegram channel.

Frequently Asked Questions about add-telegram

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I add Telegram as a messaging channel in NanoClaw?

To add a Telegram messaging channel in NanoClaw, you create a bot via BotFather, provision the API token, register your chat, and deploy the service using Node.js with the Telegraf library.

Can I use Telegram alongside WhatsApp in the same bot workflow?

Yes, you can configure Telegram as an additional parallel channel to run alongside WhatsApp, or set it to Action-Only mode for alerts while keeping WhatsApp for everyday conversations.

What dependencies do I need to integrate a Telegram bot with Node.js?

Integrating a Telegram bot requires the Telegraf and dotenv libraries, a Node.js runtime, and deployment tooling such as npm scripts or systemd to run and manage the messaging service.

What is the best way to set up Telegram bot tokens for a messaging service?

The best way to set up Telegram bot tokens is through BotFather, which guides you through bot creation and token provisioning so you can securely manage API tokens and register chats.

Does NanoClaw support using Telegram as a control channel?

NanoClaw supports four modes of operation including using Telegram as a control channel, replacing WhatsApp entirely, adding it as a parallel channel, or enabling Action-Only notifications.