Getting Started with TeleSender
This guide will walk you through installing TeleSender, connecting your Telegram account, and completing your first automation task.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have:
- Google Chrome (version 88 or later)
- Active Telegram account with a verified phone number
- TeleSender account — Sign up here
Step 1: Install the Extension
From Chrome Web Store (Recommended)
- Visit the TeleSender Chrome Web Store page
- Click "Add to Chrome"
- Confirm by clicking "Add extension"
- You'll see the TeleSender icon in your browser toolbar
Sideload Installation (Developer Mode)
For testing or development:
- Download the latest release from your account dashboard
- Extract the ZIP file to a folder
- Open Chrome and navigate to
chrome://extensions/ - Enable "Developer mode" (toggle in top-right)
- Click "Load unpacked"
- Select the extracted folder
Sideloaded extensions require re-enabling after Chrome updates.
Step 2: Complete Onboarding
After installation, the onboarding page opens automatically:
Welcome Steps
The onboarding wizard guides you through:
- Overview — Understanding TeleSender's capabilities
- Account Setup — Logging in to your TeleSender account
- Telegram Connection — Linking your Telegram account
- Quick Tour — Feature highlights and tips
Step 3: Log In to TeleSender
Using the Popup
- Click the TeleSender icon in your Chrome toolbar
- Enter your email and password
- Click "Log In"
Using the Options Page
- Click the TeleSender icon
- Click "Open Options" or right-click → "Options"
- Navigate to the Settings tab
- Enter your credentials and log in
Authentication Flow
Your Credentials → TeleSender Backend → Token Generated → Stored Locally
Upon successful login:
- An authentication token is stored securely in Chrome storage
- Your subscription status is verified
- The interface unlocks based on your plan
Step 4: Connect Your Telegram Account
This is the most important step — TeleSender needs access to your Telegram account to perform automation.
Adding Your First Account
- Open the TeleSender Options page
- Navigate to Settings → Accounts
- Click "Add Account"
Phone Number Verification
- Enter your phone number (with country code, e.g.,
+1234567890) - Click "Send Code"
- Telegram sends a verification code via SMS or Telegram message
Entering the Verification Code
Automatic Detection: If you have Telegram Web open in another tab, TeleSender can automatically detect the code.
Manual Entry:
- Check your SMS or Telegram app
- Enter the 5-digit code
- Click "Verify"
Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
If you have 2FA enabled on your Telegram account:
- After code verification, a password prompt appears
- Enter your Telegram 2FA password
- Click "Submit"
Session Storage
Once verified, TeleSender creates a session:
{
phoneNumber: "+1234567890",
sessionString: "encrypted-session-data",
status: "active",
createdAt: 1704067200000
}
Your session is stored securely in Chrome's local storage. You won't need to log in again unless you manually disconnect or the session expires.
Step 5: Dashboard Overview
After setup, explore the main interface:
Popup (Quick Access)
Click the TeleSender icon for:
- Account status
- Quick actions
- Recent activity
- Link to full dashboard
Options Page (Full Dashboard)
Right-click icon → "Options" to access:
| Tab | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Campaigns | Create, manage, and monitor campaigns |
| Contacts | View scraped contacts and AI scores |
| Anti-Ban | Configure safety settings |
| Logs | Review operation history |
| Settings | Account management, import/export |
| AI | Access AI-powered tools |
Step 6: Your First Scrape
Let's test your setup with a simple member extraction:
- Go to Options → Campaigns
- Click "New Campaign"
- Select "Scrape Only" campaign type
- Choose a group from the dropdown
- Set limit to 10 members (for testing)
- Select "Safe" anti-ban profile
- Click "Start"
Watch the progress bar as members are extracted. Results are saved to your Contacts tab.
Demo Mode
Not ready to subscribe? Try TeleSender in demo mode:
Demo Limitations
| Feature | Demo Limit |
|---|---|
| Scraping | 50 members |
| Sending | 10 messages |
| Inviting | 10 invites |
| AI Features | 10 requests |
To use demo mode, contact support for a trial token.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
"Login Failed" Error
Causes:
- Incorrect email or password
- Account not verified
- Network connectivity issues
Solutions:
- Verify credentials at tele-sender.com
- Check your email for verification link
- Try again with stable internet connection
"Session Expired" Error
Causes:
- Telegram session was revoked
- Long period of inactivity
- Account logged out elsewhere
Solutions:
- Go to Settings → Accounts
- Click "Remove" on the affected account
- Add the account again with new verification
"FloodWait" Warning
Causes:
- Too many requests to Telegram
- Aggressive rate settings
Solutions:
- Wait for the cooldown period (shown in error)
- Switch to a safer anti-ban profile
- Reduce operation frequency
Extension Not Working
Causes:
- Chrome version outdated
- Extension permissions blocked
- Conflicting extensions
Solutions:
- Update Chrome to latest version
- Check extension permissions in
chrome://extensions/ - Disable other Telegram-related extensions
- Reinstall TeleSender
"Network Error" Messages
Causes:
- Internet connectivity issues
- Telegram servers unreachable
- VPN/Proxy interference
Solutions:
- Check internet connection
- Try disabling VPN temporarily
- Clear browser cache and retry
Next Steps
Now that you're set up:
- Learn the Scraper — Master member extraction
- Configure Anti-Ban — Protect your account
- Build a Campaign — Create your first workflow
- Explore AI Tools — Enhance with AI
Getting Help
- Documentation — You're reading it!
- FAQ — Common questions answered
- Support — Contact us at support@tele-sender.com
- Community — Join our Telegram group for tips
Start with the "Safe" anti-ban profile and small operation sizes. Once you're comfortable with the tool and understand Telegram's limits, you can gradually increase speed.