telegramSet Up Telegram for unCoded

To connect unCoded with Telegram, you first need to set up a communication channel so the bot can send updates directly via Telegram. This setup is optional.

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All steps in this documentation assume you are using the Telegram desktop or mobile client (Windows, iOS, Android).


1

Create a new Bot via BotFather

  • Open a chat with @BotFatherarrow-up-right on Telegram.

  • Send the command:

    /newbot  
  • Follow the prompts to choose a name and username for your bot.

  • Once complete, you will receive the Bot Token, which you will later add to your server configuration.


2

Create a Group and Add the Bot

To link unCoded with Telegram, you need a dedicated group.

How to create the group:

  • Open the Telegram desktop or mobile client.

  • Click on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner.

  • Select New Group.

  • Give the group a name (e.g., unCoded Trading).

  • When asked to add participants, immediately add:

    • Your newly created Telegram bot (from BotFather).

    • The helper bot @myidbot.

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You will also be a member of the group automatically.

  • Save the setting.


3

👷 Give Your Bot Administrator Rights

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Depending on the Telegram version you are using (Windows, web, mobile, etc.), this process may vary. If you need help, feel free to contact our support on Telegramarrow-up-right.

For the bot to function properly in the group, it must be set as an Administrator.

Steps:

  • Open your new group.

  • Click on the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner and select Manage Group.

  • Go to Administrators.

  • Click Add Administrator.

  • Select your unCoded Bot (Or Right-Click it).

  • Confirm with Save.

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💡 Normal administrator rights are sufficient. You don’t need to enable or adjust any special permissions.


4

🧑🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Retrieve the Group Chat ID

  • In the group chat, send:

    /getgroupid@myidbot 
  • @myidbot will reply:

    1. Group ID (e.g., -1001234567890)

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To get your own user ID, send /getid in a private chat with the bot. Lets move on with the next step!

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