: The camera or a local server captures a snapshot and uploads it to an FTP server, which then forwards the image as a message to a specific Telegram chat or channel.
and Telegram uses its own API, you need a middleman (a script or software) to grab images or video from the camera and post them to your channel. Step 1: Set Up Your Telegram Channel Create the Channel : Open Telegram, tap the New Message icon, and select New Channel Privacy Settings ipcam telegram channel work
| Aspect | Implementation | | :--- | :--- | | | Telegram’s cloud chats are not E2EE by default. For sensitive cameras, recommend Secret Chat or self-hosted bridge. | | Access Control | Bot token + Chat ID required. No public access. | | Local Processing | Motion detection and encoding happen on the bridge (Raspberry Pi / NAS / PC) — no cloud video storage. | | Secure Streams | Supports RTSP over TLS (RTSPS) and digest authentication. | : The camera or a local server captures