Telegram
The Open OS for AI Bots, Mini Apps, and Automated Communities
Telegram is the gold standard for developers and growth hackers who need to automate entire business funnels within a chat interface. It excels at flexibility but requires external encryption for highly sensitive enterprise data.
Why we love it
- No template approval process for bot messages
- Support for full-screen web apps (Mini Apps) inside chat
- Native support for crypto payments and digital goods
Things to know
- Standard chats are not end-to-end encrypted by default
- Risk of spam if bot security isn't managed correctly
- Fragmented analytics without third-party tools
About
Telegram has evolved into a high-performance ecosystem for AI Chatbots and decentralized applications. Unlike traditional messengers, its open API allows developers to build complex automation tools, from customer support agents to real-time crypto trading bots. Telegram offers a Freemium model, with Telegram Premium (starting at $4.99/month) unlocking Business features like automated away messages and quick replies. It is significantly more flexible and cost-effective than WhatsApp for scale-heavy automation.
Key Features
- ✓Unlimited Bot Integration
- ✓Cloud-based Cross-device Sync
- ✓Secure Mini App Ecosystem
- ✓Massive 200k Group Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Partially. Most business features (Away messages, Quick replies, Greeting messages) are currently included with Telegram Premium (~$4.99/mo). Basic channels and bots remain 100% free.
Telegram is far more open. Unlike WhatsApp, which requires template approval and charges per conversation, Telegram allows unlimited free-form messaging through its Bot API and supports complex AI agents without restrictive compliance windows.