How to connect Motion and Telegram bot api
Create a New Scenario to Connect Motion and Telegram bot api
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Motion, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Motion or Telegram bot api will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Motion or Telegram bot api, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Motion Node
Select the Motion node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Add the Telegram bot api Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Motion node, select Telegram bot api from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Telegram bot api.

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Authenticate Telegram bot api
Now, click the Telegram bot api node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Telegram bot api settings. Authentication allows you to use Telegram bot api through Latenode.
Configure the Motion and Telegram bot api Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Motion and Telegram bot api Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Motion, Telegram bot api, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Motion and Telegram bot api integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Motion and Telegram bot api (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Motion and Telegram bot api
Motion + Telegram bot api + Google Calendar: When Motion detects movement (Task Events trigger), a Google Calendar event is created to log the incident.
Telegram bot api + Motion + RingCentral: When a Telegram user reports motion detection (simulated by a New SMS Received trigger), RingCentral generates a call to the user to verify.
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About Motion
Use Motion in Latenode to auto-schedule tasks and projects based on real-time data. Trigger Motion updates from other apps, or update other tools when Motion tasks change. Connect it to your CRM or calendar, and automate team workflows. The low-code editor simplifies customization, ensuring tasks are prioritized and deadlines are met across all platforms.
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About Telegram bot api
Use Telegram Bot API in Latenode for automated notifications, data collection, or custom commands within your workflows. Trigger actions from Telegram or send alerts based on other app events. Low-code setup and visual editor make automating Telegram easy, and you only pay for execution time in Latenode.
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FAQ Motion and Telegram bot api
How can I connect my Motion account to Telegram bot api using Latenode?
To connect your Motion account to Telegram bot api on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Motion and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Motion and Telegram bot api accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I get Motion task updates in Telegram?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you send Motion updates to Telegram. Get notified of new tasks instantly, improving response time and staying informed without constantly checking Motion.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Motion with Telegram bot api?
Integrating Motion with Telegram bot api allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Send Telegram notifications for new Motion tasks.
- Update Motion tasks based on Telegram commands.
- Create Motion tasks from Telegram messages.
- Share Motion task details via Telegram.
- Automate follow-up reminders in Telegram for Motion tasks.
How does Latenode handle Motion API rate limits?
Latenode intelligently manages API calls to avoid rate limits, using queues and retries to ensure reliable Motion and Telegram bot api integration.
Are there any limitations to the Motion and Telegram bot api integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- File uploads from Telegram to Motion may have size restrictions.
- Real-time synchronization depends on the Motion API update frequency.
- Advanced Motion features might require custom JavaScript coding.