Telegram is widely used for personal and group messaging. MCP servers can connect Claude to your Telegram account for reading messages, accessing chats, and sending content. Here are the options for Telegram integration.
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Telegram MCP
chaindead/telegram-mcp
Telegram API integration for accessing user data, managing dialogs, and sending messages.
Key Features
- Read messages and dialogs
- Send messages
- Access chats and channels
- User data access
Installation
npx telegram-mcpThe Telegram MCP provides comprehensive access to your Telegram account. Read messages, access chats, and send content. Uses the Telegram API for authenticated access to your account data.
Fetch MCP + Telegram Bot API
anthropics/mcp-server-fetch
Use the Telegram Bot API directly for bot-based interactions.
Key Features
- Bot API access
- Send messages via bot
- Receive updates
- Inline keyboards
Installation
npx @modelcontextprotocol/server-fetchFor bot-based Telegram integration, use the Fetch MCP to call the Telegram Bot API. Create a bot with BotFather and use it to send messages and receive updates.
Quick Comparison
| MCP | Stars | Best For | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telegram MCP | >260 | Full account access | Complete integration | Account access |
| Fetch + Bot API | >2k | Bot interactions | Official API | Bot only |
Getting Started
To use Telegram with Claude Code:
For full account access, install Telegram MCP:
npx telegram-mcpFor bot integration, create a bot with @BotFather and use Fetch MCP.
Example prompt: "Check my Telegram messages from the last hour and summarize any important ones."