Overview

This node operation creates a private chat with a specified user on Telegram. It is useful when you want to programmatically initiate a private conversation with another user by their user ID. For example, it can be used in automation workflows to start a chat with a user for sending messages or managing interactions.

Use Case Examples

1. Creating a private chat with a user by their Telegram user ID.
2. Forcing the creation of a private chat even if one already exists.

Properties

Output

JSON

• user_id - The ID of the user for whom the private chat was created.
• force - Indicates if the creation was forced.
• chat - Details of the created private chat returned from the Telegram API.

Dependencies

• Requires Telegram API credentials (API ID, API Hash, and phone number) for authentication.

Troubleshooting

• Common errors include 'Unauthorized' which indicates the Telegram session is not logged in; the user should re-authenticate using the login process.
• Errors about a closed client indicate the session was terminated and a new login is required.
• Ensure the user ID is valid and the bot or user has permission to create chats with that user.

Links

• TelePilot Login Guide - Instructions for logging in and authenticating the Telegram session required for this node.