mcp telegram
pipStandardMCP Telegram server enables AI agents to interact with Telegram via MTProto. It provides tools for sending and receiving messages, managing chats, and handling media. The server connects directly to Telegram's API, allowing developers to build bots and automation tools that integrate with Telegram's messaging platform.
171310Updated 3/14/2025
Overview
MCP Telegram server enables AI agents to interact with Telegram via MTProto. It provides tools for sending and receiving messages, managing chats, and handling media. The server connects directly to Telegram's API, allowing developers to build bots and automation tools that integrate with Telegram's messaging platform.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install mcp-telegram2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"sparfenyuk-mcp-telegram-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install mcp-telegram"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp telegram?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for mcp telegram
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from mcp telegram. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MCP_TELEGRAM_API_KEY | Yes | Your mcp telegram API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp telegram?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp telegram"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp telegram with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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