Telegram Rate Limits
What They Are and What to Do About Them
We’ve been working on ways to make your experience better, especially when it comes to rate limits. These are rules Telegram uses to stop bots from overloading the system. Here’s a simple breakdown of what they are, why they exist, and what you can do to handle them.
What Are Rate Limits?
Rate limits are rules that limit how many messages a bot can send to keep Telegram running smoothly and prevent spam.
Here’s how it works:
1 message per second per bot to each user.
20 messages per minute per bot in a group.
About 40 messages per minute per bot in direct messages (DMs).
If a bot goes over these limits, Telegram blocks it from sending messages for a while. This block could last anywhere from a few seconds to a few hours.
Why Do These Limits Matter?
These limits aren’t just rules—they help Telegram stay fast and reliable for everyone. To make sure we don’t run into problems, we’ve added our own controls to follow these limits. This way, you can still get your alerts without interruptions.
What Should You Do If You See Rate-Limit Messages?
If you ever see a message saying your alert was delayed or dropped because of rate limits, don’t worry. Here’s how you can fix it:
Use Filters to Cut Down on Notifications
Set up filters so you only get the alerts you really need. This reduces the total number of notifications.
Split Wallets Across Bots or Groups
You can use different bots or groups to spread out your wallets. For example, put one wallet in "Blue RayBot" and another in "Red RayBot."
Set Up a Backup Bot
Use the
/backupcommand to add a backup bot (only in DMs). This bot will step in if the main one hits its limit.
What We’re Doing to Help
We’re working hard to make sure rate limits cause as little trouble as possible. If you have any questions or run into issues, let us know—we’re here to help.
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