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mcp-telegram

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Two tools ship here and both of them only look: one lists your chats, channels and groups, the other pulls recent or unread messages out of whichever one you name. Sending, drafting, marking as read, downloading photos and reading contacts all appear as unfinished plans rather than working features. Setup signs you into your real Telegram account using a login code and, if you have it switched on, your two-factor password. The project has had no commits since March 2025.

Unmaintained · no commits since March 2025; roadmap items unticked
Communication
Notes

Use This MCP server To

Summarize the unread messages piling up in a group Ask which of my chats still have unread messages Pull the last fifty messages from a channel and condense them Catch up on what a busy group discussed while I was away Skim an announcements channel without scrolling through it myself

README

Telegram MCP server

About

The server is a bridge between the Telegram API and the AI assistants and is based on the Model Context Protocol.

Important

Ensure that you have read and understood the Telegram API Terms of Service before using this server. Any misuse of the Telegram API may result in the suspension of your account.

Telegram Server MCP server

What is MCP?

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a system that lets AI apps, like Claude Desktop, connect to external tools and data sources. It gives a clear and safe way for AI assistants to work with local services and APIs while keeping the user in control.

What does this server do?

As of not, the server provides read-only access to the Telegram API.

mcp-telegram FAQ

Is this project still being worked on?
There have been no commits since March 2025 and the roadmap items are still unticked, so treat it as dormant and expect no fixes.
Can I use this to send a Telegram message?
No. Both tools only read. Sending and drafting are listed on the wish list, not built.
What credentials does it need?
Your own Telegram account, not a simple key. You register a developer app to get an ID and a hash, then sign in with your phone number, a login code, and your two-factor password if you use one.
Can it delete or change anything in my Telegram?
No. It has no ability to write, edit or remove anything at all.
Which apps does it work in?
It is documented for Claude Desktop and works in other assistants that start a local helper the same way.
Is there a known snag in the instructions?
Yes. The sample config in the readme names a command that does not exist. The installed one is called mcp-telegram.
Is there any risk to my account?
The author warns that misusing Telegram's terms for developers can get your account suspended, so read those terms first.