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Private vs Group Chat Behavior Differences (Telegram Bot)

Telegram bots behave differently in private chats vs groups.

Key differences

  • Group privacy mode may restrict what messages you receive
  • Admin permissions may be required for certain actions
  • Mentions and commands behave differently

What to check

  • BotFather privacy mode setting
  • Group admin permissions
  • Whether the bot is added correctly

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