Programming
How to Generate a Token for Telegram Bot API
Generate tokens to build Telegram bots using the Bot API
Telegram is a cross-platform, encrypted instant messaging platform that has seen its user-base grow significantly over the last few years. The application offers two APIs for developers; the Bot API that lets you create anc connect bots to the messaging platform and the Telegram API and TDLib that allows developers build customised Telegram clients.
Creating Telegram bots is straight-forward however, you will need to register your bot and generate a token that you can then use when performing HTTP requests to teh Telegram Bot API endpoint.
Your bot token is its unique identifier — store it in a secure place, and only share it with people who need direct access to the bot. Everyone who has your token will have full control over your bot.
In this article, we will demonstrate how you can quickly generate a token before start the process of creating your own Telegram bot.
Step 1: Find BotFather account
Open Telegram app (either on Desktop or mobile application) and search for the BodFather account — just make sure you click on the verified…
