# Telegram Tool Node

> Sends messages to telegram chat using bot.

**URL:** https://caywork.com/learn/docs/node/telegram-tool-node

## Content

The Telegram messaging node retrieves secrets from the user and sends messages to a specified chat. This node is designed to facilitate automated messaging through a Telegram bot, making it easy to integrate messaging capabilities into your flow.

## Secrets Required

| Secret Name          | Description                                                                                       | How to Obtain                                                                                                  |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| `TELEGRAM_BOT_TOKEN` | The API token for the Telegram bot. This token is used to authenticate the bot and send messages. | Follow the telegram **@botfather** to create a new bot and obtain the API token.                               |
| `TELEGRAM_CHAT_ID`   | The unique identifier for the chat where messages will be sent.                                   | Use the telegram **@rawdatabot** to get the chat ID by sending a message to your bot and checking the updates. |