Channel Integration Guide

OpenClaw WhatsApp & Telegram Integration

Integrating channels is where many OpenClaw deployments fail. This guide covers the essentials from official docs and deployment practice.

WhatsApp essentials

OpenClaw’s WhatsApp channel is production-ready through WhatsApp Web. Pairing, allowlists, and group policy should be defined before rollout.

Telegram essentials

Telegram relies on Bot API token setup and policy configuration. Group visibility and mention behavior must align with your team workflow.

Operational reliability

Always test inbound/outbound delivery, reconnect behavior, and post-restart routing so channel experience stays consistent for end users.

Security posture

Apply least-privilege defaults and audit policies regularly to reduce risk as your automation footprint grows.