Telegram bots are automated programs based on the Telegram platform that interact with users through the Telegram Bot API to perform a variety of tasks, significantly expanding the functionality of the Telegram app. They're not limited to simple automated tasks like reminder services, weather forecasts, and personal assistants, but also carry out complex business activities such as customer service, online shopping, content management systems, and more.
Note: There are currently a large number of bots on Telegram that are disguised as genuine products. Please be sure to carefully identify them when using them to avoid being deceived.
Advantages of Telegram bots
1. Powerful automation
Telegram robots can handle a lot of repetitive tasks, such as group messaging, file conversion, etc. For example, SaleSmartly can be used to send group promotional information without having to send them manually one by one, which can greatly improve efficiency.
2. Wide range of applicable functions
Whether it is an individual user or a corporate user, there are corresponding Telegram robots that can provide solutions:
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Personal users: Improve life efficiency, such as file format conversion, downloading related resources, etc.
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Enterprise users: marketing, customer service, group management
3. Cross-platform use
Whether on mobile, computer, or web, the robot can be used seamlessly
Ten Practical Telegram Bots
Mass Messaging Bot SaleSmartly
How to use: Open SaleSmartly - [Mass Messaging], select the Telegram channel, choose the audience and content to send, supporting text, images, attachments, videos, and audio content, and then the system can send multiple messages with one click.
Features: Insert variable conditions, including names, phone numbers, and emails, to easily achieve customized mass messaging.
Cost: This feature is free of charge.
Click here for a free trial.
Group Management Bot @GroupHelpBot
How to use: Search for GroupHelpBot in Telegram, click start, add the bot to the group you want to manage, set it as an admin, then use the /settings command to set up a series of automated content according to your group's needs, like welcome messages, links to social media accounts or standalone sites, message deletion, user warnings, etc.
For a detailed tutorial, refer to this article.
Features: Meets most basic group management needs and supports custom skins, allowing it to become a channel-specific bot.
Cost: Basic features are free, advanced features cost around $10/month.
Text Extraction Bot @the_ocr_bot
How to use: Send an image to the bot, and it will automatically extract the text from the image.
Features: Helps users extract text information directly from images.
Cost: Free for English, charges apply for other languages.
Official Verification Bot @verifybot
The verification bot, as the name suggests, can add official verification to your group, channel, or bot, signified by a blue checkmark upon successful verification.
How to use: Send at least two of the following active social media accounts that can prove ownership:
TikTok
YouTube
VK
Snapchat
Then, you'll also need to submit two articles in English mentioning you or your organization to assist with verification.
For specific requirements, refer to the official verification guide.
Features: A blue checkmark adds professionalism and credibility, but verification can be difficult and requires English articles for support.
Cost: Free of charge.
Translation Bot @Babelgram
How to use: Follow their channel @Babelgram News, then click /start and /inline.
Use the template provided by the official: [Your sentence to translate] from [Original language] to [New language]
Features: Perform language translations directly on Telegram, supporting most mainstream languages.
Cost: Free of charge.
Image Search Bot @Bing Image Search
How to use: Enter @bing + the image you want to find, and the bot will search Bing for images related to the description.
Features: Finds and sends the desired images directly on Telegram.
Cost: Free of charge.
File Conversion Bot @newfileconverterbot
How to use: Send the file you want to convert to the new file converter bot, and it will convert the file to the desired format. The supported formats by the bot are listed in the image below.
Features: Easily convert file formats within Telegram, with a Chinese system for convenience.
Cost: Free of charge.
Temporary Email Bot @DropMailBot
How to use: Click the blue box on the left side of the dialogue box, find /get, and the system will send you a temporary email.
Features: A temporary email is an anonymous mailbox that can protect personal privacy and prevent spam. It can be created without providing real information and can be destroyed at any time. However, it's not recommended to use temporary emails to register for important accounts due to stability and security issues.
Cost: Free of charge.
Website Security Check Bot @drwebbot
How to use: Send the website link or file you want to check in the chat box, and the system will feedback on whether the link/file has a virus.
Features: With the abundance and variety of information on Telegram, it's best to check any links for viruses before clicking to avoid trouble.
Cost: Free of charge.
Create Your Bot @BotFather
How to use: BotFather is a place to create and manage your bots, with detailed building tutorials available in this article. Once created, developers receive an API token to control the bot and access the Telegram API. These bots can be written in various programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.
Features: Requires some programming skills; you can set up your bot according to your needs.
Cost: Free of charge.
How to choose a suitable Telegram robot?
1. Select according to needs
Telegram robots have various functions, and different robots have their specific functions. Therefore, both enterprises and individuals need to first clarify their needs. After determining the needs, you can refer to the robot recommendation list in this article to find a suitable tool and start trying it out.
2. Read user reviews
There are many types of robots on Telegram, but the quality varies. Before choosing a robot, you can check the real user reviews:
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Source channel: Through the Telegram robot channel, community discussion
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Focus: Is there a feedback channel? Does the function meet the needs of most users? Is the experience smooth?
3. Trial experience
The trial is a key step to verify whether the Telegram robot meets your needs. Here are the specific methods for trial:
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Test the robot's functions: Use simple commands (such as /Start, /help, etc.) to check the robot's response speed and functional accuracy.
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Record usage experience: record the problems and advantages encountered during the trial, and analyze the actual applicability of the robot
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Privacy precautions: During the trial, avoid mentioning sensitive information, such as account number and password, to protect Telegram security.
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