Claude Code Telegram FAQs

Question 1

Does Claude Code Telegram support proxies?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Claude Code Telegram includes built-in proxy support. You can configure HTTP_PROXY or HTTPS_PROXY environment variables in your Claude Code setup to access Telegram, particularly useful in regions where Telegram might be blocked or restricted.

Question 2

What tools become available in Claude Code after configuration?

Accepted Answer

Once configured, Claude Code gains access to several Telegram-specific tools, including `telegram_send_message`, `telegram_get_messages`, `telegram_check_new` for quick updates, and `telegram_send_photo` for sending images.

Question 3

What is Claude Code Telegram?

Accepted Answer

Claude Code Telegram is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that connects Claude Code with Telegram, enabling remote interaction. This means you can control and communicate with Claude Code directly from your Telegram app.

Question 4

What can I do with Claude Code Telegram?

Accepted Answer

You can send text messages, photos, and screenshots from Claude Code to Telegram. Conversely, you can receive messages sent from Telegram within Claude Code, allowing for remote command execution and interaction with your AI assistant.

Question 5

How do I set up Claude Code Telegram?

Accepted Answer

Setup involves three main steps: 1) Create a new bot using Telegram's @BotFather and save its token. 2) Get your Telegram chat ID using @userinfobot. 3) Configure Claude Code by adding the MCP server to your `.claude.json` file with the bot token and chat ID.

Claude Code Telegram

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