Linking Telegram with BotSailor: Step-by-Step Guide

Want to automate your Telegram marketing and support with BotSailor?
This guide shows you how to easily create a Telegram bot and link it with BotSailor — no technical skills required!

Why Connect Telegram to BotSailor?

  • 🤖 Build and automate powerful Telegram bots
  • 📢 Send bulk broadcasts directly to Telegram subscribers
  • 🎯 Manage groups, subscribers, and campaigns from one dashboard
  • 📈 Boost your customer engagement effortlessly

Step 1: Create Your Telegram Bot

To connect Telegram to BotSailor, you first need a Telegram bot.
 Here's how you can create one easily:

★   Search for "BotFather" in Telegram

○     Open Telegram and search for BotFather.

○     It is the official bot that creates other bots.

★   Start a Chat with BotFather

○     Tap the Start button.

○     BotFather will show a list of available commands.

★   Create a New Bot

○     Type /newbot and send.

○     BotFather will ask you to name your bot.

○     After that, choose a unique username ending with bot (example: TeleBot).

★   Save the Bot Token

○     Once you set the name and username, BotFather will generate a Bot Token.

○     Copy this token — you will need it to link the bot to BotSailor.

Step 2: Connect Telegram Bot to BotSailor

Now that your Telegram bot is ready, let’s connect it to BotSailor.

★   Log in to BotSailor Dashboard

○     Visit botsailor.com and log into your account.

★   Navigate to "Connect Bot" under Telegram Section

○     From the left sidebar menu, click Connect Bot under the Telegram section.

★   Paste Your Bot Token

○     Paste the Bot Token you copied from BotFather into the Telegram Bot Token field.

○     Click Connect.

★   Successful Connection

○     BotSailor will validate your token and connect your Telegram bot automatically.

○     Once connected, you can start building flows, managing subscribers, broadcasting, and much more!

Important Notes:

  • Bot Token Security: Never share your Bot Token publicly. It can be used to control your bot.
  • Username: Your Telegram bot’s username must be unique and must end with "bot."
  • Permissions: Ensure your Telegram account is active and not restricted.

Final Words

By linking Telegram with BotSailor, you unlock the ability to:

  • Automate conversations
  • Manage users easily
  • Broadcast promotional or informational messages
  • Build flows with zero coding

For greater insights take a look at How to Create a Telegram Chatbot for Free in 2025

Get started today and supercharge your Telegram marketing! 🚀

 

FAQs –

What does linking Telegram with BotSailor allow me to do?

Once linked, you can build Telegram chatbots, create automated reply flows, send broadcasts, manage group interactions, and engage customers directly through BotSailor using your Telegram bot.

Do I need a Telegram bot to start?

Yes. You must first create a Telegram bot using @BotFather on Telegram. BotSailor cannot create a bot on your behalf due to Telegram’s platform rules.

Is it free to link Telegram with BotSailor?

Yes. Telegram integration is completely free and included in your BotSailor plan. However, message broadcasting is subject to Telegram’s rate limits.

How do I create a Telegram bot with BotFather?

  1. Open Telegram and search for @BotFather
  2. Start a chat and type /newbot
  3. Follow the instructions to name your bot and choose a username
  4. After creation, BotFather will give you a Bot Token — keep it safe
  5. Use this token inside BotSailor to link your bot

Where do I enter the bot token in BotSailor?

Go to Telegram → Connect Bot from your BotSailor dashboard.
 Paste the bot token you received from BotFather and click Connect.
 If valid, your bot will be successfully linked and ready for automation.

How can I test if the bot is working?

After connecting, click Open in Telegram or search your bot’s username.
 Start a chat and type a message — your welcome message or bot flow (if configured) should trigger instantly.

Can I manage Telegram Groups with BotSailor?

Yes. BotSailor allows you to add your Telegram bot to groups and manage:

  • Auto-replies in group chats
  • Admin-triggered campaigns
  • Lead collection from group interactions

Just ensure the bot is added as admin in the Telegram group.

My token shows an error during connection—what should I do?

Double-check:

  • The token was copied exactly from BotFather
  • The bot has not been deleted or banned
  • You didn’t revoke the token after creating it
    If problems persist, regenerate a token via /token in BotFather and retry.

Why isn’t my bot responding in a group?

Make sure:

  • The bot is added as an admin in the group
  • It has permission to read messages
  • You’ve enabled the necessary flow triggers inside BotSailor for group interaction

Can I link multiple Telegram bots to BotSailor?

Yes. You can link multiple Telegram bots and manage them individually. Each bot will have separate flows, subscribers, and campaigns.

Is there a difference between linking a bot vs a group?

Yes:

  • Linking a bot lets you manage private 1:1 conversations with users
  • Adding that bot to a group (with admin rights) allows automation within that group (moderation, replies, lead capture, etc.)

 

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