Telegram FAQs

Question 1

What is mcp-telegram?

Accepted Answer

mcp-telegram is an MCP server that connects AI assistants like Claude directly to your personal Telegram account via the User API (MTProto), enabling seamless, human-like interaction where the AI reads and sends messages as you.

Question 2

How is mcp-telegram different from a standard Telegram bot?

Accepted Answer

Unlike a traditional bot, mcp-telegram utilizes the Telegram User API, not the Bot API. This means your AI assistant interacts directly from your personal account, acting as you, rather than as an identifiable bot.

Question 3

What level of control do I have over my AI's access to my Telegram chats?

Accepted Answer

It features a robust, default-deny ACL (Access Control List) whitelist. You can precisely define which chats your AI can access and specify granular permissions like read, send, draft, and mark_read, ensuring your privacy and security.

Question 4

Can my AI assistant send and receive files or photos through Telegram?

Accepted Answer

Yes, mcp-telegram supports sending text messages, files, and photos. It can also fetch and download media (photos, documents) from message history, with configurable filesystem boundaries to enhance security.

Question 5

Which AI assistants are compatible with mcp-telegram?

Accepted Answer

mcp-telegram is built to integrate with AI assistants that support the Model Context Protocol (MCP). This includes tools like Claude Code, Claude Desktop, and Cursor, enabling deep integration with AI models such as Claude.

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