BotifyHost Guides

How to host a Telegram bot for free on BotifyHost

Create an account, add your bot token, pick a server and go live in a few minutes.

How to get a Telegram bot token from BotFather

Create a new bot in Telegram and copy its token safely.

How runtime works: free hosting time

Each rewarded ad in the app adds 6 hours. Here is what happens when it runs out.

Deploy your own Python bot (template, GitHub or files)

Which file runs, how your token reaches the code, and three ways to upload.

Installing Python packages with requirements.txt

Install one package, a whole requirements.txt, or let the server detect imports.

Reading bot logs and fixing common errors

Where to find output and errors, and what the most common messages mean.

Using the File Manager and backups

Edit, upload, zip and restore your bot's files.

What you can and cannot host

Our fair-use rules keep the free service running for everyone.