How to safely create a bot in Telegram?

When creating a bot, it is important to remember security. Do not share your API token, with anyone, otherwise they will be able to control your bot. If you use open-source code to create a bot, make sure it is secure and does not contain malicious code.

Privacy: Make sure your bot does not request or store unnecessary personal information from users. Also consider adding a feature to delete user data upon request.

Updates: Regularly update your bot and the libraries you use to ensure its security and stability.

Main reasons for removing the bot

Telegram bots may be deleted for the following reasons:
1. Violation of Telegram rules: All bots must follow the general Telegram Terms of Use, which prohibit spam, malware, illegal content, and other unacceptable actions.
2. Violation of privacy policy: Bots that violate users' privacy policy may be deleted. This may include the improper collection or use of personal information.
3. Spam: Bots that abuse the system by sending spam or unwanted messages may be deleted.
4. Fraud: Bots used for fraud or to deceive users are also subject to deletion.
5. Inactivity: If a bot is inactive for a long period of time, it may be deleted to free up resources.
6. User complaints: If a large number of users complain about a bot, it may be reviewed and potentially deleted.
7. Failure to meet quality standards: This includes poor user interface, unreliability, etc.

Your data security

- To keep your bot safe, you need to create it on a PHYSICAL SIM card, and even better on your own personal one, so that only you have access to it!
- We also recommend enabling a cloud password (two-factor authentication) for your account in case your data is stolen, so that the criminal cannot log in to your Telegram account.

- Always close your sessions if you have logged in through Telegram on a website, etc.

- Do not download potentially dangerous programs through Telegram or websites (you may catch a stealer)

How to avoid the bot being deleted and blocked?

To prevent your bot from being removed from the Telegram platform, you need to follow these rules:

1. Do not sell goods that are prohibited in the Russian Federation (drugs, pornography, snuff videos, etc.). You can read the full list here
2. Do not sell branded goods that violate copyright (for example, Qiwi wallets)
3. Do not post prohibited goods in mailings or advertise them — someone may file a complaint against you and have the bot removed
4. Remain neutral and do not get into disputes with other sellers. Competition is good, but complaints or other means (DDoS) may be used against you to remove your store and bot from Telegram servers
5. Do not engage in SCAM activity
6. Do not give your personal Telegram account to third parties (even to your trusted people)
7. By default, remove the account deletion after 6 months of Telegram account inactivity (no one knows when you may lose access to your Telegram account)

These simple rules will help you protect your bot from being removed from Telegram networks. And remember: your bot is your business