How to Add Your AI Agent to Telegram: A Step-by-Step Guide

Want your AI Agent to interact with members on Telegram? Here's a simple guide to get you started.

01 Create Your Telegram Bot

First, you'll need to create a bot using Telegram's BotFather:

• Open Telegram and search for "@BotFather"
• Start a chat with BotFather
• Type "/help" to see available commands
• Type "/newbot" to create your new bot
• Follow BotFather's instructions to name your bot
• Save the API token BotFather provides - you'll need this!

02 Configure Your Bot

Once you have your API token, send an email to contact@flockx.io stating that you would like to connect your AI Agent with a Telegram bot. Our team will contact you to get the required details to get you set-up.

03 Add Bot to Your Channel

Now that your bot is configured:

• Add your bot as an admin to your Telegram channel
• Give it appropriate permissions
• Test it by asking a question in the Telegram channel

Your AI Agent will now:

• Respond to questions in your Telegram channel
• Share community updates
• Help members find information
• Engage with channel discussions

Important Note: Make sure to test your bot with a simple question to confirm it's working correctly. To get the most out of your AI Agent, follow the steps in How to Train Your AI Agent: A Simple Guide for No Code AI Agent to add knowledge documents, links, and other relevant resources, ensuring a great experience.