better-telegram-mcp

Name: better-telegram-mcp Review
Item: better-telegram-mcp
Rating: 3.0
Author: Aaron Matthews

Connector Development Usable

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Enables AI agents to integrate deeply with Telegram via both public Bot API and private MTProto protocol, unlocking automation for internal comms, customer s…

MCP server that gives AI agents Telegram access — messages, chats, media, and contacts — in both bot mode (Bot API) and full user-account mode (MTProto). Python-based: stdio mode runs via uvx with a bot token and is bot-mode only; user-account mode (phone + OTP login) runs the Docker HTTP deployment with a browser-based authorization form.

Auto-moderate group chats based on content rules
Route support tickets from Telegram to internal systems
Generate and send bulk notifications to subscribers

10 starsApache-2.0 (commercial OK)FreeNo code needed

Usable rating — This tool is functional but has notable gaps. Review the evaluation notes below before deploying.

Why it matters

Enables AI agents to integrate deeply with Telegram via both public Bot API and private MTProto protocol, unlocking automation for internal comms, customer support workflows, and data collection without platform lock-in constraints.

Best for

Development teams integrating Telegram-based workflows into Claude AI agents for real-time notifications, user management, or multi-channel message orchestration.

Works in

Claude Code Claude Cowork Claude Chat

Source

https://github.com/n24q02m/better-telegram-mcp

By n24q02m

How to Get It

Option 1: Claude Desktop AppOpen the Customize panel in the sidebar → browse connectors → search and add. Works in Claude Code, Claude Cowork, and Claude Chat.

Option 2: Paste into Claude CodeCopy the command below and paste it into a Claude Code conversation. Claude will run it for you.

Command

claude mcp add telegram -e TELEGRAM_BOT_TOKEN=123456:ABC-DEF -- uvx better-telegram-mcp

Tip: Paste this into a Claude Code conversation. Verify command matches your Claude Code version.

First thing to try

Once it’s connected, paste this into Claude:

Help me auto-moderate group chats based on content rules

Prerequisitesuv/uvx (or Docker); a Telegram bot token for stdio bot mode. Full user-account (MTProto) mode requires the Docker HTTP deployment (MCP_TRANSPORT=http) with credentials entered through the browser relay at /authorize.CostFree

Trust Signals Auto-scanned

Stars10Contributors5Last updated2026-08-16LicenseApache-2.0 (OK for commercial use)Known CVEsNone foundSources: GitHub Advisory Database + OSV.dev · Scanned 2026-08-17 · scanner v1

Data & Access

Data processingPrompts sent to Anthropic API. Enterprise/Team plans exclude training.

Reviewer notes

Auto-scanned review. These are observations, not a security certification.

Auto-assessment from April sweep — baseline scores pending hands-on review.

2026-04-18: Approved in April sweep: New and small but has a clear description and recent commits — worth tracking.

Things to check

Relies on Telegram Bot API rate limits and MTProto stability; MTProto access requires user account credentials, introducing credential management complexity. Composite tool design may require tuning for specific agent workflows.

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Evaluation Scores

Evaluation

Ease of Use

3/5

Versatility

3/5

Reliability

3/5

Security

3/5

Overall score3.00 / 5.00 UsableEvaluatedApr 2026

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