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# Telegram - How do I link my account?

# Overview

To authenticate with the Telegram Bot API via Nango, you will need:

1. **Bot Token** – Your Telegram Bot API token from @BotFather.

This guide walks you through creating a bot and getting your **Bot Token**.

### Prerequisites

* A Telegram account.

### Instructions

#### Step 1: Creating your Telegram bot

1. Open Telegram and search for [@BotFather](https://t.me/botfather).
2. Start a chat and send the command `/newbot`.
3. Follow the prompts:
   * Choose a **name** for your bot (e.g. "My App Bot").
   * Choose a **username** for your bot; it must end in `bot` (e.g. `my_app_bot`).
4. BotFather will reply with a message containing your **Bot Token**.
5. Copy the token and store it securely.

#### Step 2: Enter credentials in the Connect UI

Once you have your **Bot Token**:

1. Open the form where you need to authenticate with Telegram.
2. Enter your **Bot Token** in its respective field.
3. Submit the form, and you should be successfully authenticated.

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You are now connected to Telegram.