# Telegram Bot

Alphabot supports Telegram communities with the following features: 

* Raffle embedding, with the ability for users to enter raffles directly within Telegram
* Automatic Daily launches embed that auto-updates throughout the day
* Telegram join chat requirements on raffles

The first step is to set up the bot in your preferred Telegram channel or group: [telegram-bot-setup](https://alphabot-docs.gitbook.io/alphabot/the-bot/telegram-bot/telegram-bot-setup "mention").