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How to Configure cTrader Telegram

This article will help traders configure and test their Telegram Bot Messaging Service, cTrader does not use the Telegram messaging system for instant alerts, but many of our products that have trade alerts use this form of instant messaging.

 

Not Receiving Telegram Alerts?

A common problem with traders who start using our products that send Telegram signals is that they do not receive these alerts to the Telegram channels, this is mostly caused by using incorrect values. The first step is to create a telegram account, once this is done you will have your Bot Token, Getting your ChatID is a little bit more complicated, but we have published a blog article and video tutorial to help you.

 

Get Your Telegram Chat ID

You may have difficulty in getting your Telegram group chat ID to use with our trading robots and indicators, simply follow the link below for help.

 

Watch a Video Explainer 

The video has been uploaded to 1080p High Quality, so do not forget to set your U-Tube video quality to 1080p HD.

 

cTrader Telegram Setup

 

Correct Credentials, Still No Alerts?

If you are sure that your Telegram credentials are correct, but you are still not getting any alerts, make sure you have started the Telegram Bot and its always good to post a test message.

 

What is Telegram?

If you re not familiar with the Telegram messaging service follow the link below.

 

How To Test Your Telegram Settings

Once you have signed up your Telegram account the simplest way to test if it will work with any cBot, indicator and trading software that you have downloaded is to download and install the cTrader Telegram Test Tool on this page, just add it to your shopping cart and checkout, it is free to use.

 

Need a Little Extra Help?

If you are frustrated with setting up your Telegram or SMS accounts, we offer a paid service to do this for you.