Telegram bots are managed separately from Telegram user accounts and use Telegram’s official Bot API.
Connect a bot
- Create or manage the bot through Telegram’s official BotFather workflow.
- Open Bots → Accounts and select Add bot.
- Paste the bot token, validate it, then name the local connection.
- Review the bot identity and save.
- Enable the bot worker when you are ready.
Token security
Bot tokens are stored in the operating-system credential vault, not plain SQLite. Revoke a token through Telegram if it is exposed.
Availability
Bot long polling runs locally. The app, computer, internet connection, and Telegram availability are required.
Mini App Manager
Have a hosted HTTPS Mini App? Follow the step-by-step Mini App Manager guide to save it locally, assign a bot, review and apply the default private-chat launch button, or restore Commands. Saving or deleting a local record does not change Telegram. The manager does not host the site or configure the profile Main Mini App.
Telegram Stars Payments
Follow the step-by-step Stars Payments guide to configure terms and support, request a one-time digital purchase from a private-chat subscriber, confirm payment, record manual delivery, and review a full Stars refund. Keep the app and bot running during checkout. An invoice is not proof of payment; bank withdrawals and automatic product delivery are not included.