What is a Telegram bot?
Telegram bots are automated accounts built using the Bot API. They are commonly operated by third-party developers and can provide search, notifications, support or moderation. Their presence on Telegram does not mean Telegram endorses every bot.
Eight checks before using a bot
- Confirm that the bot comes from a website, organization or developer you trust.
- Check the username carefully for look-alike spelling.
- Ask whether the data requested is necessary for its stated function.
- Never send a Telegram login code or Two-Step Verification password.
- Never submit bank details, wallet seed phrases or private keys.
- Inspect the domain before opening an external link.
- Do not install unknown APKs, EXE files, scripts or browser extensions offered by a bot.
- If something looks suspicious, stop interacting, block the account and review active sessions.
High-risk warning signs
- A bot claims it must verify your account and asks for a login code.
- It promises free Premium or high returns in exchange for a payment or wallet connection.
- It asks you to install unknown software or run a command.
- It impersonates official support and asks for passwords.
What if you already shared a login code?
Open Telegram Settings → Devices and terminate unfamiliar sessions immediately. Check Two-Step Verification and your recovery email. If payment accounts or digital assets are involved, contact the relevant service through its official support channel.
Official references
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