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Connect Your Telegram
Link your Telegram account in seconds using our bot. No coding required - just click a link and authorize.
Get Instant Telegram Alerts When Your Website Goes Down
Receive real-time downtime notifications directly in Telegram. No app switching, no email delays. AlertsDown sends instant messages to your Telegram account or group chat the moment your website becomes unreachable.
Why Telegram for Uptime Alerts?
- Instant delivery - alerts arrive in seconds, not minutes
- Works everywhere - mobile, desktop, and web
- Group support - notify your entire team in one channel
- Free to use - no SMS costs or carrier fees
- Rich messages - includes site name, status, and response time
How Telegram Alerts Work with AlertsDown
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Add Your Websites
Enter the URLs you want to monitor. Set check intervals from 30 seconds to 5 minutes based on your needs.
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Get Notified Instantly
When downtime is detected, you'll receive a Telegram message immediately. Get notified again when your site recovers.
Telegram vs Other Alert Channels
| Feature | Telegram | SMS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery Speed | Instant (1-2 sec) | 1-5 minutes | Instant |
| Cost | Free | Free | Per message |
| Team Notifications | Group chats | CC/BCC | Individual only |
| Rich Content | Links, formatting | Full HTML | Text only |
| Works Offline | Syncs when online | Syncs when online | Yes |
Perfect For Teams Who Need Fast Alerts
DevOps Teams
Create a dedicated Telegram group for your on-call team. Everyone sees the alert simultaneously and can coordinate response in the same chat.
Freelancers & Agencies
Monitor multiple client websites and get alerts on your phone instantly. Respond to client issues before they even notice.
E-commerce Store Owners
Know immediately when your checkout is down. Every minute of downtime costs sales - Telegram gets you the alert in seconds.
International Teams
Telegram works globally without carrier fees. Perfect for distributed teams across different countries and time zones.
Related resources
See real-world workflows in our uptime monitoring use cases.
Read expert guidance in the AlertsDown blog.
See plan details on the pricing page.
Start Receiving Telegram Alerts in 2 Minutes
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Telegram Alerts FAQ
How do I connect Telegram to AlertsDown?
After signing up, go to your notification settings and click "Add Telegram". You'll be redirected to our Telegram bot where you simply click "Start". Your account is linked automatically.
Can I send alerts to a Telegram group?
Yes! Add the AlertsDown bot to any Telegram group, and all members will receive downtime alerts. Perfect for team notifications.
Is Telegram alerting free?
Yes, Telegram alerts are included free on all AlertsDown plans, including the free tier. There are no per-message fees like SMS.
How fast are Telegram notifications delivered?
Telegram alerts typically arrive within 1-2 seconds of AlertsDown detecting downtime. This is significantly faster than email notifications.
What information is included in the Telegram alert?
Each alert includes the website name, URL, current status (down/up), response time, and a direct link to view detailed logs in your AlertsDown dashboard.